The Code of Conduct describes behaviors that are inconsistent with the essential values of the University community. Intentionally attempting or assisting in these behaviors may be considered as serious as engaging in the behavior. Many Code items are supported by University Policy Statements. Sexual assault and abuse in nonconsensual physical contact of a sexual nature. Sexual assault and abuse can occur between acquaintance and parties unknown to each other.
Sexual abuse is attempted or actual unwanted sexual activity, such as sexual touching and fondling.
Sexual assault includes, but is not limited to, rape, forcible sodomy or sexual penetration with an inanimate object, intercourse without consent, under conditions of force, threat of force, fear or when a person is unable to give consent because of substance abuse, captivity, sleep or disability. Harassment is a course of conduct which subjects a person or group of persons to unwanted physical contact or threat of such contact, or which seriously threatens or alarms a person or group. Possession, carrying, or use of any weapon, ammunition, or explosive by any person is prohibited on University property except by authorized law officers and other persons specifically authorized by the University. No person shall possess, carry, or use any fireworks on University property, except for those persons authorized by University and local governments to discharge such fireworks as part of a public display. Tampering with fire or other safety equipment or setting unauthorized fires.