What is it?
Sexual harassment is any kind of unwelcome sexual advance. It can be a pinch, a leer, a suggestive remark, or an overt request for sexual favors.

Forms of sexual harassment:

Verbal:

Suggestive comments

Sexual innuendo & insults

Humor & jokes about sex

Threats

Comments & jokes based upon gender or sexual identity

Non-Verbal:

Whistling, leering & ogling

Suggestive or insulting sounds

Display of obscene or suggestive material

Obscene gestures

Physical:

Touching or patting

Pinching

Brushing against the body

Coerced sexual conduct

Assault

Don't Blame Yourself!
Sexual Harassment is about POWER not Sex.

Reporting Sexual Harassment
What to do if you are being sexually harassed:

Object and say no clearly. Object verbally first, and if this does not work object in writing and keep a copy of the letter.

Document the harassment. Write down each incident including the date, time, place and behavior. Keep the log in a safe place.

Find out if others have been harassed. Harassers tend to be repeat offenders. Two accusations are much harder to ignore. Tell a friend or family member to get their support.

Report the problem. If the harassment doesn't stop report it to a supervisor or department that deals with sexual harassment. It is important that the employer is informed and has the opportunity to stop the harassment.

Do not allow the solution to adversely affect you; e.g. transfer you to another department, etc.

Guidelines for reporting sexual harassment at SCSU:
A seual harassment complaint alleging violation of the University Sexual Harassment policy should be directed to one of the following University officials.

Director of Affirmative Action, 392-5491
Appropriate Dean, Supervisor, or Vice-President

University Counseling Services and the Women's Center are able to provide assistance and guidance. Individuals will be encouraged to file a sexual harassment complaint.

Sexual Harassment is against the law.