Many additional University offices also provide programming aimed at the prevention of sexual offenses. Information on Sexual Violations Rape is a crime of power and control. It reflects a total disregard for the rights and feelings of others. No one should be forced or intimidated to have sex under any circumstances. Rape, sexual harassment and other sexual violations can happen anywhere, at anytime, to anyone.
Sexual assaults are especially likely to take place between acquaintances.
Survivors of sexual violations can experience high levels of physical and psychological distress. In addition, there may be disruption of employment and expenditure of massive financial resources and time as a result of pursuing medical or legal services. Especially in cases of acquaintance rape, survivors may blame themselves. Many sexual offenses go unreported, which can result in survivors failing to obtain necessary medical, social, psychological, and legal assistance. Penetration, however slight, is sufficient to complete vaginal or anal intercourse.