Harassment - Information For Students

In an academic setting, students should be able to explore and learn in an environment free from fear, intimidation and harassment. Harassment strikes at the core of academic values, which are founded on the free expression of ideas and opinions. Rutgers University is committed to maintaining a diverse academic, work and living environment free from harassment based on an individual’s race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, and marital or veteran status.

Harassment is defined as any conduct directed toward an individual or group based on one or more of these traits that creates an intimidating, offensive or hostile environment and is sufficiently severe or pervasive to alter an individual’s employment conditions, educational environment, living environment or participation in a university activity. Sexual harassment is a type of discrimination and can take many forms. If you feel that you are being harassed by an employee of Rutgers University, contact one of the Harassment Advisors who can offer advice and assistance, or the Office of Employment Equity. If you feel you are being harassed by another student (not in relation to any employment status with the university), contact the dean of students of your college, or the Office of Employment Equity.

 

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Last Updated: 03/14/2007