Incidents during Light Up the Night
Investigations are continuing after McMaster Security received several complaints of gender-based violence during the recent Light Up the Night event.
Security received a complaint of a sexual assault in a washroom located in the Burke Science Building. Four other complaints were received about unwanted, non-consensual touching during the evening event.
The University notified Hamilton Police and we are working together to investigate these matters.
Confidential support is available to the campus community through the Sexual Violence Protocol. Please contact Meaghan Ross, Sexual Violence Response Co-ordinator at extension 20909 or 27581.
The community is reminded of support services available from the University, McMaster Students Union and other resources in Hamilton:
Student Walk Home Attendant Team (SWHAT)
Women and Gender Equity Network
Sexual Assault Centre of Hamilton
McMaster Student Wellness Centre
