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A Journalist & A Survivor Reflect on the Inner Workings of A Sexual Assault Investigation

May 8, 2021 by Lindsey Sullivan

Via Apple Podcasts | Via SoundCloud | Via Spotify

In this episode, former Graphic reporter and alumna (2020) Channa Steinmetz reveals the inner workings of her years-long reporting on a workplace sexual assault allegation within Pepperdine’s Department of Public Safety. The investigation occurred in Spring 2019 — the article later published in Spring 2020.

The article states that no report was ever made to law enforcement, and alleged assaulter “John Smith” faced no legal charges. Although the university cleared Smith of all allegations, the report raises questions about how the department conducts internal investigations and the role this plays in the Student Disciplinary Committee’s decision making.

Later in the episode, reported survivor “Jane Doe” reflects on her journey to healing and finding forgiveness.

Background reading:

Inside a Workplace Sexual Assault Allegation: The Internal and External Investigations of the Department of Public Safety

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Listen in, and let us know what you think. Email us at graphic@pepperdine.edu, or follow us on Twitter @PeppGraphic.

“The Graph” is hosted and produced by Lindsey Sullivan and Ivy Moore. This episode was recorded, hosted and edited by Lindsey Sullivan. Featured music: “Profound-Mystery-Master” by John Bartmann, “Four Years” by Monplaisir, “Sweet Me” by Loyalty Freak Music, and assorted by Jeremy Zerbe. “The Graph” is a Pepperdine Graphic Media production.

Filed Under: Podcasts, The Graph Tagged With: anniversary, Channa Steinmetz, Department of Public Safety, DPS, follow-up, investigation, Lindsey Sullivan, office of community standards, Pepperdine Univeristy, podcast, sexual assault, sexual assault allegation, sexual assault awareness, Student Disciplinary Committee, The Graphic Podcast, Title IX

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