Sexual violence refers to physical sexual acts perpetrated against a person’s will or where a person is incapable of giving consent due to the victim’s use of drugs or alcohol. An individual may be unable to give consent due to an intellectual disability or other disability such as being under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Sexual violence can occur between friends, classmates, spouses, romantic interests, short acquaintances, or strangers. Examples of sexual violence include rape, sexual assault, sexual battery, and sexual coercion. Dating violence and stalking are also serious offenses.
Important Information
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Are you a witness to an incident of sexual violence?
If you are a witness to sexual violence, you should report the incident to campus or local police. You may also speak with the Director of Student Affairs who can assist you with the reporting process.
Updated: Thursday, May 19, 2016 - 12:39pm
