At Walsh University, your safety and well-being matter. The Cavalier Safeguard Initiative (CSI) is a campus-wide program dedicated to preventing and responding to dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking. Funded by a federal grant from the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office on Violence Against Women, CSI brings together resources, education, and support services to create a safer campus for everyone.
Through the information and tools offered here, you’ll have the opportunity to grow in awareness, develop confidence, and take meaningful action.
Join the Cavalier Safeguard Initiative to take action, build leadership skills, and be a force for positive change in our campus community.
Whether you need someone to talk to, help with housing or class concerns, or medical and legal information, the Cavalier Safeguard Initiative can connect you with the right resources.
The Cavalier Safeguard Initiative is a collaborative body of campus and community experts who provide the Walsh University community with inclusive, culturally competent and trauma-focused education, safety and prevention efforts to end sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking.
2025 | Ohio Department of Higher Education | Campus Partners in Prevention Grant ($5,000)
Status: Current
2025 | One by One Grant ($500)
Status: COMPLETED
2024 | US Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women | Campus Grant ($348,708)
Status: Current
Walsh University Awarded Grant to Enhance Campus Safety and Prevent Interpersonal Violence
2024 | Ohio Department of Higher Education | Expanding Campus Partnerships Grant ($10,000)
Status: COMPLETED
Walsh University Recommended for Award
2023 | Campus Prevention Network Seal of Prevention Award
Walsh University Achieves Campus Prevention Network Seal of Prevention
2021 | US Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women | Campus Grant ($300,000)
Status: COMPLETED
Walsh Awarded Federal Grant to Expand Cavalier Safeguard Initiative
2017 | US Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women | Campus Grant ($300,000)
Status: COMPLETED
