Talk to a Confidential Advocate

The confidential advocate from the Advocacy Center of Winona offers free and confidential services to WSU students.

This means that what you choose to share and discuss with the confidential advocate, stays with them.

Talk about Options

As a confidential resource on campus, they can help you explore your options without or before making an official report.

When you meet with the advocate, they will:

  • listen without judgment.
  • explain all the options available to you.
  • help you understand the potential outcomes of each option.

After you decide which option is best for you, the confidential advocate will provide guidance, resources, and referrals.

Reach Out for Support

Contact the Advocacy Center of Winona by email at WSU@advocacywinona.org or telephone at 507.452.4440. 

If you’re in crisis, please use the 24-hour free and confidential hotline at 507.452.4453.

If you have an emergency and you are comfortable doing so, please call 911.

More Campus Support Options

Many of these services are by appointment only. Additionally, it is your right to have a support person with you when you speak to or meet with Title IX and/or security. 

If you would like help making an appointment, or you would like a support person, please contact the Advocacy Center of Winona.

Resource TypeSupport Services
Counseling ServicesConfidential Resource
  • crisis counseling sessions
  • on-going mental health support
  • community referrals for long-term services
Health ServicesConfidential Resource
  • STI testing
  • emergency contraception
  • physical exam by a SANE nurse to collect evidence in cases of sexual assault
Title IX CoordinatorPrivate Resource
  • filing formal and informal complaints
  • campus accommodations due to violence or harassment
Campus SafetyMandatory ReporterOn-campus escort services
OASIS Advocacy Center

Gildemeister 110

Office Hours

Mon-Wed: 10am-3pm (walk-ins)
Thurs: by appointment

WSU Confidential Advocate

WSU@advocacywinona.org

507.452.4440

A confidential advocate is available Mon-Thurs from 8:30am-4:30pm.

24 Hour Crisis Line

507.452.4453

Always free & confidential whenever you need help.