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What is stalking?

It is engaging in a course of conduct directed at a specific person that would cause a reasonable person to fear for his or her safety or the safety of others, or suffer substantial emotional distress.

Common behaviors can include excessive texting and/or calling, unwanted contacts on social media, unwanted gifts, showing up/approaching an individual or family/friends, monitoring, surveillance, or property damage.

Fear can be interpreted differently. For example, having flowers delivered is not scary. But it is to the person who receives them from an ex-partner who has relocated to get away from them the flowers are perceived as terrifying.

Stalking is a crime in all 50 States and the District of Columbia. It is also a violation of student conduct codes and Title IX. More information visit Title IX

Are you experiencing stalking?

• Trust your instincts. Do not minimize or downplay the behavior.
• Call Public Safety at 410-617-5911
• Document/keep a record of any contact.
• Save evidence when possible.
• Get connected with on or off campus help. (See resource tab).

How do I help a friend who is being stalked?

• Believe and validate what they are telling you. DO NOT say, 鈥淢aybe they miss you.鈥� DO SAY, 鈥渢hat sounds scary鈥� or 鈥淚 can see why you are upset.鈥�
• Focus on the offender鈥檚 actions. DO NOT say, 鈥淲hy do you respond?鈥� DO SAY, 鈥淚t鈥檚 not cool they keep texting you.鈥� DO NOT place blame. DO SAY, 鈥渢his is not your fault.鈥�
• Support and encourage them to seek help. Refer them to campus resources (see Resource tab)
• Respect their privacy. DO NOT give any information to the stalker or tell anyone else.

Confidential Resources

Melissa Lees, Sexual Violence Prevention, Education & Response Coordinator

410-617-6769
4504A Seton Court
mklees@loyola.edu

Counseling Center

Humanities Room 150
410-617-CARE (2273)
Mon-Fri: 8:30AM - 5:00PM
After hours: 410-617-5530

Health Center

02A Seton Ct
410-617-5055
Mon-Fri: 8:30AM- 5:00PM

24-Hour: 443-279-0379
Text: 410-498-5956