Missouri State University

Sexual Harassment

What to do if... you've been sexually harassed:

 

  • Tell the harasser assertively that you do not like the behavior
    and expect it to stop.

  • Consider sending a letter that tells the harasser to stop. The
    letter should give details about the behavior or incidents that
    you find offensive, your reactions to them, and what you
    want to happen.

  • If you confront the harasser face to face, ask a friend to join
    you. Do not feel that you need to be modest about
    embarrassing the harasser- it is your rights that have been violated.

  • Do not feel guilty. You did not cause the harassment, and
    you are not responsible for it.

  • Write down what happened- who, when, where, what was
    said or done, witnesses, etc. Be as specific as possible.

  • Report the harassment to the Equal Opportunity Officer, Wes Pratt, Park Central Office Building 111, 836-4252; the Associate Dean of Students, PLSU 405, 836-6937; or other School officials.

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