PATH

Seeking emotional support can be very helpful in the healing process. The following resources can help you process your emotions and work through your experience. All of these resources are confidential, meaning you have control over your information. 

PATH
Bouillon 203
(509) 963-1745
PATH@cwu.edu 

Provides consultation, emotional support, safety planning, housing and academic accommodations, explanation of reporting options, and connections to both legal and medical services.

Aspen Victim Advocacy Services

220 West 4th Avenue Ellensburg, WA 98926
(509) 925-9384
Aspen Website

Provides 24-hour confidential advocacy, support groups, legal and medical advocacy and support, including accompaniment during forensic rape kit exams. Can also connect you to counseling services in the community. 

*If you are not located in Kittitas County, PATH can help you find or understand local resources specific to your area.

Student Counseling Services

Black Hall 225 
(509) 963-1391
Student Counseling Services Website
Provides students with confidential individual counseling and crisis appointments.

Seeking medical attention can be critical to assessing your overall health needs and collecting evidence that could be used in legal proceedings. Staff at these facilities are sensitive to your needs and concerns.

Kittitas Valley Healthcare (KVH) Emergency Room
603 S. Chestnut Street Ellensburg, WA 98926
(509) 962-7568

KVH Emergency Room Website

Provides healthcare including emergency contraception, treatment for injuries, sexually transmitted infections, and pregnancy. A Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) can complete a free forensic rape kit. Aspen advocates are available on-call to accompany students. Open 24 hours.

*If you are not located in Kittitas County, PATH can help you find or understand local resources specific to your area.

Student Health Services
Corner of 11th and Poplar Street - Ellensburg Campus
(509) 963-1881

Student Health Services Website

Provides confidential healthcare including emergency contraception and treatment for injuries and sexually transmitted infections. Open Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm (Summer and Holiday hours are subject to change). Call ahead for an appointment.

Student Health Services also hosts a free Express STI Clinic that is available every Wednesday afternoon from 1-4pm. 

*If you are not located in Kittitas County, PATH can help you find or understand local resources specific to your area.

You may choose to report an incident of sexual misconduct. You have options. You may file a complaint with the university and/or file a report with law enforcement.

Office of Civil Rights Compliance 
Barge Hall 204
(509) 963-2050
crc@cwu.edu 
Office of Civil Rights Compliance Website

The Office of Civil Rights Compliance is responsible for processing and responding to all reports of Sexual Misconduct made to the university. They will work with the Reporting Party and/or Third-Party Reporter to discuss their rights, options, and resources, as well as the formal complaint process, investigative options, supportive measures, and resolution options, if appropriate.

If you would like to make a report to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, you can submit a Concern and Support Form (when submitting the form, select "Sexual Misconduct/Title IX" as the Report Type).

Law Enforcement

CWU Police Department Website
1211 N. Wildcat Way - Ellensburg Campus
911 (Emergency)
(509) 925-8534 (Non-Emergency)
 

Ellensburg Police Department Website
100 N. Pearl Street Ellensburg, WA 98926
911 (Emergency)
(509) 925-8534 (Non-Emergency)

Takes criminal reports and provides information on protective orders. Reports to law enforcement may lead to criminal charges. 

*If you are not located in Kittitas County, PATH can help you find or understand local resources specific to your area.

Safety Planning

You can meet with a PATH advocate to create a customized plan to support your physical and emotional safety. To schedule an appointment with a PATH advocate, visit our Bookings Page.

Protection Orders

A Protection Order is an official court order that can stop someone from contacting or harassing you. For more information, connect with PATH, Aspen, or law enforcement.

Campus Protective Measures

Protective measures can be obtained through the Office of Civil Rights Compliance. A student does not need to proceed with an investigation in order to obtain protective measures. To speak with someone about protective measures, contact the Office of Civil Rights Compliance at 509-963-2050 or crc@cwu.edu. 

Protective measures can include:

• Campus No Contact Order
• Campus Trespass Order 
• Interim suspension or administrative leave

Courtesy Assistance Team (CAT)

(509) 963-2950

CAT Website

The Courtesy Assistance Team (CAT) is a peer-to-peer assistance program. CAT members are trained and managed by University Police services. CAT members can accompany students, staff or faculty across campus during late hours. This service is provided daily when school is in session during the evening hours and is free of charge.

*If you are not located in Kittitas County, PATH can help you find or understand local resources specific to your area.