Sexual Violence Prevention & Response
Welcome
At Methodist University, primary prevention is our highest goal when addressing sexual violence. This means that we offer educational programs and support services that challenge the beliefs, biases, and behaviors that perpetuate sexual violence. On Methodist University’s campus, faculty, staff, and students are working together to create a climate in which sexual violence is impermissible and speaking out against sexual violence is the norm.
When sexual violence does occur, however, we are dedicated to responding in a timely and sensitive manner, ensuring that all involved are aware of the resources available on campus.
This site is designed to:
- Connect those who have experienced sexual violence to the support resources and reporting resources they need
- Inform Methodist University faculty, staff, and students about how sexual violence is defined and addressed on campus
- Help Methodist University community members to be positive support people and active bystanders
Please use the information provided here to help yourself, help a friend, and help make Methodist University a safe space for everyone.
Student Conduct Institute Training
Methodist University is an institutional member of the Student Conduct Institute (SCI) of the State University of New York, which provides training for staff.
SCI-Certified Faculty & Staff
- Daniel Bennett, Associate Professor of Mathematics
- Lt. Janet Bird, Assistant Director of Public Safety
- Dr. Clifton Bobbitt, Associate Dean of Students
- Matthew Dempster, Director of Institutional Compliance & Title IX
- Kirbie Dockery, Senior Director of Advancement Services & Prospect Research
- Jennifer Dumond, Assistant Director of Human Resources
- Nan Fiebig, Director of Housing & Residence Life
- DeeDee Jarman, Deputy Athletic Director
- Gavin Myrick, Director of Student Belonging & Inclusion
- Minnu Paul, Director of International Programs
- Rocio Serna, Coordinator of Military & Veteran Services
- Wendy Vonnegut, J.D., Adjunct Professor of Legal Studies
- Dr. William Walker, Dean of Students
- Debra Yeatts, Chief Human Resources Officer
- Dr. Jie Zhou, Associate Professor of Mathematics
Campus Resources
Reporting Resources
Mr. Matthew Dempster | Dr. William Walker | Dr. Clifton Bobbitt |
- Director of Institutional Compliance & Title IX: Mr. Matthew Dempster, 910.630.7558, [email protected]
- Methodist University Police: 7577 (24 hours)
- Dean of Students, Dr. William H. Walker, 910.630.7030, [email protected]
- Associate Dean of Students, Dr. Clifton Bobbitt, 910.630.7155, [email protected]
Emergency Contacts
- Methodist University Public Safety/Welcome Center, 910.630.7098 (24 hours)
- Methodist University Police, 7577 (24 hours)
Confidential Resources
Medical Care
- Methodist University Student Health Services: 910.630.7164
- Cape Fear Valley Medical Center Emergency Room: 910.615.8000
Support Services
- Methodist University Counseling Services: 910.630.7164
- University Chaplain, Rev. Kelli Taylor: 910.630.7515