In brief, the committee recommends the following actions, which are described in detail in subsequent sections. Computer-based sexual harassment is a problem in computer labs across the campus, not just in the College of Engineering. Poster The following page presents our recommended poster for display in the public laboratories. When sexual harassment is found to have occurred, the University wil l vigorously pursue disciplinary action. Users of these terminals should be aware of the public nature of shared facilities, and take care not to display images or play sounds which could create an atmosphere of harassment for others.
Similar considerations apply to electronic mail exchanges.
If the problem persists, contact the Assistant Dean for Sexual Harassment, Mary Ellen O'Shaughnessey, at 333-9183. The detrimental effects of sexual harassment have received much national attention in recent months. Here at the University, some sexual harassment problems arise from the lack of publicity and misunderstandings about the University policy on sexual harassment. In order to prevent future problems we are trying to increase the awareness of the University population by making the policy more accessible. Enclosed with this letter are several notices on sexual harassment and brochures clarifying the University policy.