Harassment

The university prohibits any harassment of any person, whether or not it is related to a person's race, sex, religion, national origin, age, or physical condition. Harassing conduct may take many forms, including verbal acts and name-calling; graphic and written statements, which may include use of cell phones or the internet; or other conduct that may be physically threatening, harmful, or humiliating. Harassment does not have to include intent to harm, be directed at a specific target, or involve repeated incidents. Harassment creates a hostile environment when the conduct is sufficiently severe, pervasive, or persistent so as to interfere with or limit a student’s ability to participate in or benefit from the services, activities, or opportunities offered by the university. When such harassment is based on race, color, national origin, sex, or disability, it violates federal civil rights laws.