1. Addressing Sexual Harassment and Sexual Violence “As we work to make Oregon State University a safe, inclusive, and nurturing community for all of us, it is imperative that we end any form of harassment on campus. I expect each and every member of the OSU community to become informed about harassment and to take responsibility for preventing harassment in all its forms.” --Oregon State University President Ed Ray

2. Prevalence of Sexual Misconduct Nationally 16% of women experienced attempted or completed assault before entering college 1 19% of women experienced attempted or completed assault after entering college 1 As many as 50% of college students experienced dating violence 2 13% of college women are stalked while in college 2 Oregon State University OEI sexual harassment reports 3 1 The Campus Sexual Assault Study (Krebs et al. 2007) 2 The Sexual Victimization of College Women (Fisher et al. 2000) 3 Grievances filed with the Office of Equity and Inclusion AY11AY12AY13AY14AY15 (to date) 106156952 2014 Office of Equity and Inclusion

3. Risk Factors and Health Consequences Risk Factors Majority of sexual assaults occur when there is incapacitation due to use of substances, primarily alcohol Freshmen and sophomores are at greater risk for victimization than juniors and seniors The large majority of survivors of sexual assault are victimized by someone they know Health Consequences Rape survivors 40% contract Sexually Transmitted Diseases 1% to 5% become pregnant 4 out of 5 suffer chronic physical or psychological conditions Survivors of sexual assault are more likely to suffer academically and from depression, experience post-traumatic stress disorder, abuse alcohol and drugs, and contemplate suicide 2014 Office of Equity and Inclusion

4. Title IX Prohibits sex discrimination in education “Dear Colleague” Letter (2011) Title IX covers sexual violence Violence Against Women Act/Campus Sexual Violence Elimination Act (SaVE Act) (2013) and Office for Civil Rights FAQs (2014) Requirements for procedures, investigations, reporting, confidentiality, interim measures, remedies and outcomes, and training, education and prevention President Obama’s Task Force on Sexual Assault Report (2014) Proposed federal and state legislation Campus Accountability and Safety Act (CASA) – new proposals Confidential advisors, annual climate survey, mandatory MOUs with law enforcement, massive fines for violations State legislation Protocols, anonymous reporting, MOUs with agencies, response teams, prevention and outreach programs 2014 Office of Equity and Inclusion

5. Institutional Responsibilities 1. Respond – Stop Misconduct Investigate, end misconduct, eliminate hostile environment 2. Remedy Effects Provide protection, assistance, resources, reporting 3. Prevent Recurrence Change living or academic situation, issue no contact orders, pursue suspension or expulsion, etc. Provide awareness and prevention education and training 2014 Office of Equity and Inclusion

6. Current Efforts Response Policy and process improvements (consent, amnesty, no hearing panels) Participation in national “It’s On Us” campaign Enhanced web presence Increased capacity (Equal Opportunity unit, new investigators, coordinator) Increased expertise (specialized trainings for responders and investigators) Reporting requirements http://oregonstate.edu/oei/sites/default/files/sh_sv_consultation_policy_8.29.14.pdf) http://oregonstate.edu/oei/sites/default/files/sh_sv_consultation_policy_8.29.14.pdf Remedy Continued partnerships (Center Against Rape and Domestic Violence) Specialized resources (Trained Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners - Student Health, Support Services – Counseling & Psychological Services ) 2014 Office of Equity and Inclusion

7. Current Efforts Prevention Education - students (Haven and AlcoholEdu) Education - employees (New employee orientation, Haven and in-person programs) Increased capacity (Prevention position in Office of Equity and Inclusion; New Alcohol, Other Drug and Violence Prevention Center in Student Health Center) Planning Title IX Coordination Committee comprised by numerous OSU partners Convened Title IX Coordinators throughout the state Legislative Input State bill 2014 Office of Equity and Inclusion

8. Planned Efforts Response Revise existing policy statements and complaint procedures Budget resources for remedies Policies and procedures memo to all employees Prevention Additional training for all new employees Culturally tailored programming for students Incorporate questions related to sexual assault into student climate survey 2014 Office of Equity and Inclusion

9. Assurances Every case will be addressed All incoming students will receive sexual violence and alcohol awareness and prevention education All new employees will be offered sexual violence awareness and prevention education Ongoing prevention and education efforts will be enhanced and intensified More resources will dedicated to response and prevention 2014 Office of Equity and Inclusion

10. Office of Equity and Inclusion 327/330 Snell Hall Corvallis, Oregon 97331 Phone: 541-737-3556 Email: equal.opportunity@oregonstate.edu@oregonstate.edu Sexual Misconduct site: http://oregonstate.edu/oei/sexual-harassment-and-violence-policy