Sexual harassment involves an abuse of power.
It often occurs when the harasser is in a more powerful position than the individual being harassed. It can also occur across genders between men and women, and between people of the same gender. Anyone can be targeted for harassment, regardless of age, race, gender, physical characteristics, or sexual identity. The University of Iowa is committed to maintaining an environment that is free of sexual harassment. In particular, managers and departmental executive officers are responsible for providing and maintaining an environment conducive to work and learning.