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More than 1 in 5 Female Undergrads Experience Sexual Assaults
More than 1 in 5 Female Undergrads Experience Sexual Assaults
The Association of American Universities (AAU) AAU decided in 2014 that the best way to address sexual assault and misconduct on their college campuses was to develop and implement a scientific survey to better understand the attitudes and experiences of their students with respect to sexual assault and sexual misconduct. The survey’s primary goal was to provide institutions of higher education with information to inform policies to prevent and respond to sexual assaults and misconduct. Results indicated that more than 20% of female undergraduates said they were victims of sexual assault and misconduct, which echoes findings elsewhere.
For additional information:
The Washington Post article
Association of American Universities campus survey on sexual assault and sexual misconduct full report
The West Virginia Foundation for Rape Information and Services
The West Virginia Foundation for Rape Information and Services
According to The West Virginia Foundation for Rape Information and Services (FRIS), West Virginia's state sexual assault coalition, Risk Factors for Sexual Victimization of College Students include:
Prior Victimization
Alcohol and Drug Use
Class Rank and Age
Living Environment
Greek Affiliation
Race/ Ethnicity
Consensual Sexual Experiences
The emotional trauma associated with sexual assaults or misconduct can lead student victims to have difficulty concentrating, have lower grades, be absent and withdraw from classes, change majors or even drop out of school.
FRIS provides additional information about campus sexual violence on their website.
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