Content warning: This story contains information about sexual assault.
The University of Wisconsin Police Department (UWPD) is investigating a sexual assault case reported on Monday, which occurred in a southeast campus residence hall early Sunday morning.
UWPD is actively investigating the incident, according to a message sent to the campus community.
“These acts will not be tolerated on campus and may be a violation of Wisconsin law as well as the University’s Sexual Harassment and Sexual Violence policy. UW-Madison proactively addresses sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, sexual harassment and sexual exploitation,” the message said.
Those with information or videos related to the assault can contact UWPD at their non-emergency line (608)-264-2677.
Student support and community resources are available via University Health Services’ crisis line at (608) 265-5600, option 9.
Ava Menkes is a former managing editor for The Daily Cardinal. She previously served as the state news editor. She has covered multiple elections, legislative redistricting, healthcare and campus news. She also led 2024 presidential coverage and a project on news deserts. She previously interned with Wisconsin Watch and Isthmus, and will report with The Nation in 2025 on foreign policy and immigration. Follow her on Twitter at @AvaMenkes.
