MSU Center for Survivors

We are always here for you at MSU Center for Survivors! Services are free & confidential to MSU students & staff. Center for survivors provides therapy, crisis intervention, advocacy, a crisis chat & hotline and support groups to survivors of sexual violence. MSU Sexual Assault Healthcare Program is staffed 24/7 to provide sexual assault medical forensic exams. Safe Place offers therapy, support groups, crisis intervention, advocacy, a crisis chat and a shelter for survivors of relationship violence. Learn more at https://centerforsurvivors.msu.edu/index.html & https://safeplace.msu.edu/services-programs/support-services

Starting October 3rd, on Thursdays from 4 -5 PM, Tea & Talk is an open support group to survivors and co-survivors who identify as immigrants, international students, or second generation immigrants.
Sign up here! https://forms.gle/NuDyTENi1yay1CPt7

Questions? Contact Sarah at [email protected] or Avvan at [email protected].

Heal & express yourself through art! Starting October 1st, on Tuesdays from 2:30 - 4 PM, each week will have a guided activity and supplies. No prior training or art experience needed. Open to MSU student, faculty, and staff survivors. Questions? Email Christie at [email protected]
Sign up here! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfK4P2AvdZM-CNhffUFbtg1yQO4Jdx58hyxN8lGNDFlial2Sg/viewform

Join us for Community Connect, a drop-in virtual support group from 12-1pm on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month. Community Connect is focused on building community and fostering connections among fellow survivors. Open to all survivors of sexual and relationship violence, including MSU students, faculty, staff, and community members.
Register here: https://forms.gle/czaVNnDB8eZBLjoEA

Join our team! We are looking for a dedicated, compassionate, trauma informed, and experienced nurse who is already SANE trained OR would like to get the education and experience to become a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner.

Come join our Dance Workshop to learn a dance with an opportunity to perform live and in-person! No dance experience or background is required. Weekly rehearsals are from 2 - 3 PM. The interest form closes tomorrow on 9/17. Sign up here https://forms.gle/1iajLRSmvp6xX9v9A

This Monday, September 16th, join us for an in-person session of our trauma informed yoga practice, centered around promoting healing and wellness. Register Here: forms.gle/Q3SHKqVQF8wkb5AB8

Starting tomorrow! From September 12-December 5th, join us at 3 PM for a virtual trauma informed yoga practice, centered around promoting healing and wellness. Sign up here https://forms.gle/bHuGSTkgJ6ZSTbYG9

Classes are in session, and so are MSU Center for Survivors Fall Groups!
Healing through Yoga | Mondays 3-4pm (limited series) | Open to all survivors
Healing Hive: All Things Beyonce Group | Tuesdays 1-2:30pm | Open to all survivors
Art of Healing Art Workshops | Tuesdays 2:30-4pm | Open to MSU student and faculty/staff survivors
Community Connect| Wednesdays 12-1pm | Open to all survivors
Fresh Air, Fresh Perspectives: Fall Ecotherapy Group | Wednesdays 3-4:30pm | Open to MSU student and faculty/staff survivors and co-survivors
Healing through Yoga (virtual) | Thursdays 3-4pm | Open to all survivors
Ear Acupuncture | Fridays 1-2pm | Open to MSU student and faculty/staff survivors
Unapologetic Vibes Dance Group | Date & time TBD
More info on these groups coming soon: EVERYbody Project and Tea & Talk
For more information, including registration info, see here: https://centerforsurvivors.msu.edu/programs/groups.html

With school starting, remember that, change can be challenging, but it can also be meaningful. "Autumn is the season that teaches us that change can be beautiful" - Heather A. Stillufsen

Starting next week! From September 11 - October 30, join us for Fresh Air, Fresh Perspectives. On Wednesdays, from 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM, this Fall Eco-therapy group includes Mindfulness, Discussion, and Connection in Nature.
Register Here: https://forms.gle/kMY9UuMjcU553SqFA
Contact [email protected] with questions

On September 16th, join us for an in-person session of our trauma informed yoga practice, centered around promoting healing and wellness. Register Here: forms.gle/Q3SHKqVQF8wkb5AB8

Starting next week, Healing Hive is on Tuesdays from 1 - 2:30PM. Join us as we explore healing through lyrics, art and music - all things Beyonce! Sign up here https://forms.gle/GxnwRvMDa4h5MgAW8

Happy September! Do something you love this , whether it is painting or hiking.

You are not alone! Support for survivors and co-survivors is available 24/7 at (517) 372-6666 and from 10am-10pm at centerforsurvivors.msu.edu

Fall is around the corner! From September 11 - October 30, join us for Fresh Air, Fresh Perspectives. On Wednesdays, from 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM, this Fall Eco-therapy group includes Mindfulness, Discussion, and Connection in Nature.
Register Here: https://forms.gle/kMY9UuMjcU553SqFA
Contact [email protected] with questions.

Come join our Dance Workshop to learn a dance with an opportunity to perform live and in-person! No dance experience or background is required. Weekly rehearsals are from 2 - 3 PM. The interest form closes on 9/17. Sign up here https://forms.gle/1iajLRSmvp6xX9v9A

Happy First Day of Classes! Today, "Be brave enough to be bad at something new!" - Jon Acuff

From September 12-December 5th, join us at 3 PM for a virtual trauma informed yoga practice, centered around promoting healing and wellness. Sign up here https://forms.gle/bHuGSTkgJ6ZSTbYG9

We will be there! Come find us tomorrow at the Unity in the Community event!

TOMORROW is the DAY!!! We can’t wait to celebrate UNITY with our COMMUNITY🎉

Come out for FREE food, fun and festivities at Hawk Island Park from 4p - 7p.

On Fridays from 10:30am-1:30pm, Lara Hayden will be providing services at the Gender and Sexuality Campus Center to offer support, resources and referrals to survivors, co-survivors and community members impacted by relationship violence, and sexual misconduct.
Can't make it? Business cards are available at the front desk. You can also connect with Lara by email at [email protected]. Or by calling and leaving a message at 517-353-4155. When emailing or leaving a message please indicate the safest way for Lara to contact you.

Starting September 10th, Healing Hive is on Tuesdays from 1 - 2:30PM. Join us as we explore healing through lyrics, art and music - all things Beyonce! Sign up here https://forms.gle/GxnwRvMDa4h5MgAW8

Before school starts, make time to take care of yourself. This might look like moving, saying no, creating, keeping a planner, taking breaks, starting a routine or reaching out for help.

This week’s RVSM Liaison event is cancelled.
Need to connect? Business cards are available at the MSU Gender and Sexuality Campus Center front desk. You can also connect with Lara by email at [email protected]. Or by calling and leaving a message at 517-353-4155. When emailing or leaving a message please indicate the safest way for Lara to contact you.
In need of support now? Contact MSU Safe Place by phone at 517-355-1100, by email at [email protected], or by visiting our website (link in bio).

The 2nd Annual MSU Campus SART Summit is in full swing today! This year we have 24 different agencies across various disciplines represented.

This year’s theme is Digital Gender Based Violence and Safety. Thank you to EndTAB (end tech enable abuse) for facilitating todays training!

We are hiring! Join our team as a therapist for survivors of interpersonal violence. Apply here https://careers.msu.edu/en-us/job/520229/therapist-social-worker

This be proud of your progress! Healing is not a linear path, and it may take time to figure out all the ways that help you.

What happens during a Sexual Assault Medical Exam?
1. Immediate Medical Care
2. Medical Forensic History
3. Physical Exam, Evidence Collection, & Photography
4. STI & Pregnancy Risk Care
5. Discharge & Follow - Up
MSU Sexual Assault Healthcare Program is always here for you! Walk-in 24/7 or call ahead 517-353-2700
Student Services Building 2nd Floor
556 E. Circle Dr. East Lansing, MI 48824
Learn more a Centerforsurvivors.msu.edu