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The MSU Sexual Assault Healthcare program is staffed 24/7 by specialized forensic nurses. Parking is available for patients in designated spots on Farm Lane.

Sexual Assault Healthcare Program services are FREE and available to adults who have been sexually assaulted within the last 5 days. Located on the Second Floor of the Student Services Building at 556 East Circle Drive, East Lansing, MI 48824. After hours, patients can use the buzzer at the East or West Entrance to the Student Services Building to be let into the building. Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners conduct a specialized examination that may include:
Collection of Medical History
Physical Examination
Treatment for Injury
Emergency Contraception, Preventative treatment for sexually transmitted infections
Recommendations for follow-up care
If a patient agrees, forensic evidence is also collected through the use of a Sexual Assault Evidence Kit (commonly referred to as a "r**e kit"). Advocates from the Center for Survivors will be available to support the patient and assist with connecting them to resources and supportive services.

12/17/2025

Did you know that we not only provide post assault healthcare to community members in Ingham, Eaton, Clinton, and Shiawassee counties, but also to anyone 18 years and older outside those counties?

If you have questions or want to learn more, please call 517-353-2700 or visit centerforsurvivors.msu.edu.

12/07/2025

This holiday season, you can make a real difference for those in need. MSU Center for Survivors and Safe Place Shelter both provide essential items to survivors during challenging times. If you’d like to help, explore their wish lists and consider donating. Every contribution brings comfort and hope to someone in our community.

Safe Place Target Wishlist: https://www.target.com/gift-registry/gift-giver?registryId=e5a67e20-5b5b-11ef-b33e-db6c62a120a7
Safe Place Amazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1BVA1KONERIEG?ref_=wl_share
Community Care Closet Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/7OU7CUMB23XR?ref_=wl_share

11/13/2025

We can’t believe it’s been 5 years since we opened!

Today is the 5 year anniversary of the MSU Sexual Assault Healthcare Program! The MSU Sexual Assault Healthcare Program is staffed 24/7 by specialized forensic nurses. Services are free and available to adults who have been sexually assaulted within the last 5 days. Walk in or Call ahead at 517-353-2700. Learn more about the MSU Sexual Assault Healthcare Program at Centerforsurvivors.msu.edu

10/11/2025

Last night Michigan State Volleyball teamed up with MSU Safe Place MSU Center for Survivors to help show that whether on the court or in the community, it takes a team to raise awareness about domestic violence. Thank you for hosting us, your support, and congratulations on an exciting win!

10/09/2025

Please consider donating during this Domestic Violence Awareness Month to help stock our community care closet at our shelter. Every item donated makes a huge impact for our clients!

During Domestic Violence Awareness Month, help us stock the Community Care Closet at Center for Survivors - Safe Place Shelter. We need personal care and household items for survivors who stay at Safe Place Shelter.
Donate here! https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1BVA1KONERIEG?ref=cm_sw_em_r_un_un_PY49zj1rD1HBj

10/07/2025

MSU Safe Place shelter is a program of Center for Survivors that provides emergency shelter and accompanying support for survivors of intimate partner violence and stalking. All support services are free and confidential. We provide
- Advocacy
- Shelter
- Counseling
- Support groups
- Safety planning
- Information & Referrals to Survivors of Relationship Violence and Stalking.
Learn more at centerforsurvivors.msu.edu
This wishlist contains items that stock our basic needs closet for survivors at the Safe Place Shelter. Donate here! https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1BVA1KONERIEG?ref=cm_sw_em_r_un_un_PY49zj1rD1HBj

09/05/2025

Interested in joining Sexual Assault Crisis Intervention Team?
MSU Center for Survivors needs your help!
Volunteers support
- 24 hour Crisis Hotline
- 10am-10PM Crisis Chat
- Crisis Response to MSU Sexual Assault Healthcare Program
- Outreach opportunities
Applications are due by 5PM on Sunday September 14th!
Apply at https://ow.ly/87g350WKgGQ

08/18/2025

Advocates are confidential and trauma-informed full-time staff members at MSU Center for Survivors. They can provide knowledge on reporting, housing, and accommodation options. Advocates can attend meetings with you, safety plan, connect you with additional resources and accompany patients at the MSU Sexual Assault Healthcare Program.

08/06/2025

Worried about transportation to MSU Sexual Assault Healthcare Program? Call us! We can help you with transportation within Ingham, Eaton, Shiawassee, and Clinton counties.
Learn more at Centerforsurvivors.msu.edu

07/30/2025

MSU Sexual Assault Healthcare Program is here to help community members! We can support community members in these counties.
- Ingham
- Eaton
- Shiawassee
- Clinton

Learn more at centerforsurvivors.msu.edu

05/16/2025

Today we had the honor of collaborating with MSU Police and Public Safety and presented to a group of scholars visiting from Africa on our coordinated community response and how service agencies and law enforcement can work together to support survivors in our communities. 💜

04/30/2025

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556 East Circle Drive
East Lansing, MI
48824

Website

http://centerforsurvivors.msu.edu/

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Providing Health Care for Survivors of Sexual Assault

With increased safety measures in place due to the COVID-19 pandemic, MSU, is opening its Sexual Assault Healthcare Program on the second floor of the Student Services building. The new facilities demonstrate how a physical space can be designed to maintain a welcoming, supportive and healing environment.

“The staff members at the Center for Survivors have been talking with community partners about the possibility of creating a community-based Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Program in the Lansing area for years,” said Tana Fedewa, director of the Center for Survivors at MSU. “When we became aware of an opportunity to partner with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and MSU, the dream became a possibility.”

It was the experts on the Relationship Violence and Sexual Misconduct Expert Advisory Workgroup who recommended the university create a trauma-informed, inclusive and accessible sexual assault health care program.

From this recommendation, the university sought the services of Jen Markowitz, a forensic nursing consultant and expert in sexual assault nurse examiner programs, and committed to renovating a space customized to the needs of sexual assault survivors.

To ensure the unique needs of the MSU community were considered in the development and implementation of the program and facility, the RVSM workgroup formed the SANE Advisory Board. Led by Rebecca Campbell, professor of psychology and adviser to the president on RVSM matters, the all-volunteer board has been involved in all facets of the program and facility design.

Architects and designers assigned to the renovation project received input from Markowitz, the RVSM workgroup, the SANE Advisory Board and campus service providers to make the space feel safe, welcoming and patient-centered.

“The Sexual Assault Healthcare Program suite is designed to provide care for one patient at a time,” said Fedewa. “This program will first and foremost tend to the health and well-being of each person who seeks treatment.”

Built to be a confidential resource on the campus, the waiting room is equipped with comfortable seating and soft lighting. Adjacent to the examination room is a small sitting room where the forensic nurse can meet with a patient to collect medical history information prior to the exam. The examination room is a large suite with an attached bathroom equipped with an accessible shower, toiletries, self-care items and replacement clothing available to patients.

Sameerah Shareef, a longtime nurse midwife in the Lansing area, was hired as the medical director of the program and will lead a team of sexual assault nurse examiners who were hired to conduct specialized exams.

In addition, a care coordinator from the MSU Center for Survivors was hired to train and supervise volunteer medical advocates who will be available around the clock, offering critical support during an exam. The care coordinator will be tasked with patient follow-up in the days after an exam to connect patients to resources and services both at MSU and in the community.

This program is funded through a grant from the Victims of Crime Act.

Contributing Writer(s): Chris Chapman