Examples of Harassment Examples of Sexual Harassment Sexual harassment can take many forms. It occurs most commonly when a person in a less powerful position is pressured to meet the sexual demands of an individual in a more powerful position, or when a person in a less powerful position is subjected to unwanted sexual attention from the person in a more powerful position. However, sexual harassment can and does occur beween persons of the same status.
Sexual harassment can occur between members of the same gender of different genders.
A job or a grade in a class depends on your willingness to submit sexually. Attempts are made to kiss or fondle you without your permission. You feel intimidated in your classroom, dorm, or place of study because of sexually offensive behavior or comments. Sexual harassment can make people feel angry or frightened. The University is committed to maintaining a community free from all forms of sexual harassment.