You are not alone. Everyone has a right to feel safe.  

Advocacy services are free and confidential and do not require you to report.

Reach Campus Advocacy and Counseling 

Reach Counseling provides services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for survivors of sexual assault or abuse, their families and friends. Services are available to all regardless of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, or disability. 

Services are confidential and do not require you to report. Services offered at no cost. 

Advocates will provide information for you to make informed choices and assist you throughout the medical and/or legal process if any of the following forms of violence have occurred:

  • Sexual Assault
  • Intimate partner violence
  • Stalking
  • Sexual harassment

What to do if you have recently experienced sexual violence: 

  • Go to ThedaCare (or any ER) with the same clothes on for a SANE exam. If you do not have the clothes on, bring them in a bag
    • SANEs do not mean that you are reporting, they are free and provide you with any necessary healthcare needed.
    • If you do not have a means of transportation, a Reach advocate can help provide assistance coordinating a ride.
  • Other options:
    • Call Reach’s 24/7 line 920-722-8150, Lawrence Campus Safety 920-832-6999, or Appleton PD 920-832-5500

Advocacy Services Provided

All services are free to students, faculty and staff of the Lawrence University community. 

Off-Campus Support 

  • Reporting to the Police 
    • Accompany survivors to police reports
    • Explain the reporting process
    • Advocate for survivor during legal process
  • In the Courtroom 
    • Explain courtroom process
    • Provide support and advocacy during court process
  • In the Community
    • Provide students with community resources
    • Provide car rides to doctor appointments, SANEs, the police station

 On-Campus Support 

  • Sexual Assault Survivor Support
  • Assist in reporting to Title IX coordinator
  • Provide resources on campus for counseling, healthcare,
  • Provide support and personal advocacy
  • Assist it in getting supportive measures

 

Katie Demerath-Cook

Reach Campus Advocate Katie Demerath-Cook

I’m grateful to serve as your Campus Advocate for Sexual Assault Awareness and Education. I have over two decades of life experience, education, and a deep commitment to supporting survivors.

I graduated with a Sociology degree from St. Norbert College and a Masters degree in Mental Health Counseling from Lakeland College.

I’m here to foster a safer, more informed, and more empowered campus community. Whether you're seeking resources or support—I'm here to listen, guide, and advocate for positive change.

I love being in nature, coaching basketball, chatting under the trees- or meditating, doodling, sipping tea, and playing a good board game!

I look forward to meeting you- Peace and joy your way!!

Connect with an Advocate

To schedule with Reach Counseling

  • Call 920-722-8150 24/7 hotline
  • Instagram: @reachcampusadvocate

  • E-mail Katie Demerath- Cook, Campus Advocate or text or call 920-238-6609