WSU Vancouver provides a number of ways individuals can report crimes, serious incidents, and other emergencies. However, in the event that you or someone you know decides not to report the incident to the university or law enforcement for investigation, you still have the option of filing a voluntary, confidential report.
Reporting anonymously allows WSU Vancouver to include the record of the report in the annual disclosure of crime statistics included in this report. Reporting anonymously also allows victims to gather information and learn about options available to them, before deciding on an appropriate option. Individuals may contact the relevant local agency (e.g., the WSU Vancouver Police Department at 360-546-9001, the Clark County Sheriff’s Office by calling 911 or other local law enforcement agency) to determine the level of anonymity available prior to reporting a crime. Please note that some limitations may exist depending upon the circumstances of the crime. Reports of sexual assault may be made anonymously to the WSU Vancouver Police Department. Additionally, individuals may report discrimination, sexual harassment and sexual misconduct, as defined by the WSU Policy Prohibiting Discrimination, Discriminatory Harassment, Sexual Harassment, and Sex and Gender Based Violence, Executive Policy 15 (EP 15), anonymously to the WSU Office of Compliance and Civil Rights (CCR) by emailing ccr@wsu.edu, calling 509-335-8288 or through the Online Reporting form, for services and options, as well as inclusion in the annual disclosure of crime statistics.
Individuals can also seek confidential services from the WSU Vancouver Wellness Center or WSU Cougar Health Services, and/or from statewide advocacy groups.