Student Handbook: Code of Conduct- Harassment
Northwestern State University
Relevant Excerpt
Harassment. Harassment that is not of a sexual nature includes:
3.4.1 Conduct that violates university policy, which may include conduct (physical, verbal, graphic, written, or electronic) that is (a) unwelcome; (b) discriminatory on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status; (c) directed at an individual; and (d) so severe and/or pervasive that it interferes with an individual’s ability to participate in or to realize the intended benefits of a university activity, opportunity, or resource. Conduct must be deemed severe and/or pervasive from both a subjective and an objective perspective.