In this culture, the greatest amount of public touching occurs between men and women. There is less between heterosexual female friends and practically none among heterosexual men. It is not uncommon to see students of the opposite sex, who do not have an intimate relationship, hugging or holding hands. In the US and at Wesleyan, people's attitudes toward sexual relationships have become more permissive. The decision whether or not to establish a sexual relationship rests with the individuals involved.
Students often feel free to talk about sex-related subjects and engage in sexual relationships.
International students cannot safely make assumptions about male-female relationships and dating. Wesleyan University, Middletown CT 06459. All Rights Reserved.