Editor’s Note: This page and related stories include mention of sexual violence.
The Indiana Daily Student published an investigation Jan. 27 breaking down how a 2015 sexual assault still ripples through the Bloomington jazz community over six years later.
IU found current music student Chris Parker responsible for sexually assaulting Shailey Ostlund after a Title IX hearing in 2016. The university suspended Parker for about 13 months, and the suspension terms note he was to not set foot on campus. If he did, he was to either be expelled or recieve police charges. When he did, he was instead suspended again.
Now, students are asking for answers.
This page will be updated with follow-up stories. Read the investigation here.
The IDS is continuing its investigation into the sexual misconduct within the Jacobs School of Music and the Bloomington jazz community. Any news tips can be forwarded to Cate Charron at catcharr@iu.edu.
Published April 2, 2022
A protest was organized after an IDS investigation into a music student's sexual assault allegations.
Published April 1, 2022
Flyers were torn up and vandalized with hateful writing toward the Asian community.
Published April 1, 2022
The protest stems from the IDS investigation into music student Chris Parker's sexual assault allegations.
Published March 28, 2022
The university denied the initial request in October 2021.
Published March 9, 2022
Administration said the letter and the student’s actions border on harassment toward Chris Parker.
Published March 2, 2022
The IDS “Dissonance in due process” investigation published just over a month ago.
Published Feb. 4, 2022
Jacobs needs to examine its culture and the root cause of abuse.
Published Feb. 21, 2022
Professor Constance Cook wrote "the court of public opinion is not the place to find justice."
Published Feb. 4, 2022
The IDS addresses claims and questions regarding Herzig’s quotes in the investigation.
Published Feb. 3, 2022
Current and former Jacobs students share concerns regarding Chris Parker and safety of students.
Published Feb. 2, 2022
The Indiana Daily Student will continue to update regarding 'Dissonance in Due Process.'
Published Feb. 2, 2022
The group reverted back to a community organization Saturday.
Published Feb. 1, 2022
The faculty-led town hall was called following the publishing of an IDS investigation.
Published Jan. 31, 2022
The IDS requested the disciplinary record of a student found responsible for sexual assault.
Published Jan. 29, 2022
The group will instead be considered a community organization.
Published Jan. 27, 2022
An IU student was readmitted in 2020 after serving two suspensions stemming from a sexual assault.
Sexual assault on an IU campus can be reported through this online form.
IU’s Confidential Victim Advocates are trained to work with students who have experienced sexual misconduct. They can be contacted by calling 812-856-2469 or emailing cva@indiana.edu.
The IU Sexual Assault Crisis Service operates 24/7 connecting students with counselors. They can be reached at 812-855-8900.
IU Police Department’s non-emergency number: 812-855-4111
Bloomington Police Department’s non-emergency number: 812-339-4477
National Sexual Assault Hotline: 800-656-4673
National Domestic Abuse Hotline: 800-799-7233
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255
The Middle Way House works to support survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking. They have a help and crisis line at 812-336-0846.
To obtain a protective order after experiencing domestic violence or sexual abuse, Monroe County has a Protective Order Assistance Partnership.
The Monroe County Victims Assistance Program provides assistance for crime victims in understanding how their case progresses through the justice system.
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