University Policy 05-001: Sexual Misconduct and Sex Discrimination- Prohibited Conduct
Oregon State University
Relevant Excerpt
Sex-Based Discriminatory Harassment. Unwelcome conduct on the basis of sex that, based on the totality of the circumstances and regardless of intent, is subjectively and objectively offensive and sufficiently severe or pervasive that:
a. It creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive environment in which to work, learn, or participate in a university program or activity; or,
b. It unreasonably interferes with, limits, or denies the individual’s academic pursuits, employment, or ability to participate in or benefit from a university program or activity.
Sexual Harassment. Unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature, including unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or other verbal, nonverbal, or physical conduct of a sexual nature when: ...
c. Such conduct, based on the totality of the circumstances and regardless of intent, is subjectively and objectively offensive, and sufficiently severe or pervasive that: it creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive environment in which to work, learn, or participate in a university program or activity; or it unreasonably interferes with, limits, or denies the individual’s academic pursuits, employment, or ability to participate in or benefit from a university program or activity.