Sexual Misconduct
The Oregon State University conduct code states: Rape, sexual assault, or forced or unwanted sexual contact of any kind, or threat of such contact, are prohibited as is any physical abuse [see OAR 576-15-015(4)]. Sexual contact shall be considered "unwanted" or without consent if no clear consent is given; if inflicted through force, threat of force, or coercion; or if inflicted upon a person who is unconscious or otherwise without the physical or mental capacity to consent. If sexual contact is inflicted on someone who is intoxicated or impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is considered without consent.
Sexual assault is unwanted, coerced, manipulated, or forced sexual contact by any one of the following:
- someone the survivor knows
- more than one assailant
- someone the survivor has never met
- a person of the opposite sex
- a person of the same sex
Sexual assault is not about sexual orientation or desire; it is about power and control.
Whether you are a student being accused of sexual misconduct or have been a victim of sexual misconduct, the staff of the Office of Student Conduct & Community Standards is prepared to advise you of your rights and campus or community resources.
RESOURCES FOR VICTIMS/SURVIVORS:
Support Services: Although victim/survivors may feel overwhelmed, confused, afraid, and/or angry getting good support is crucial.
Reporting and Assistance: Victim/survivors of sexual misconduct are encouraged to report the incident. Trained staff will carefully and confidentially explain options and procedures. It is a personal decision whether or not to report.
RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS ACCUSED OF SEXUAL MISCONDUCT:
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