The University of Iowa issued a warning to faculty, staff, and students on May 9 regarding a reported sexual assault.

A student reported to UI staff that she was sexually assaulted by an acquaintance in a residence hall in the early hours of May 9, according to a warning email.

This is the 8th instance of reported sexual misconduct this academic year, as well as the first of the spring semester.

During the spring 2014 semester, there were 12 timely warnings, which include other crimes such as robbery.