Graduate Women, Sexual Harassment, and University Policy

Slurs, Snubs, and Queer Jokes: Incidence and Impact of Heterosexist Harassment in Academia

“…We invited all students with current addresses on record to complete a "Respectful Climate Survey" if they were: (1) degree-seeking, (2) age 18 or older, and (3) enrolled at least half-time. Of these 8,172 students, 3,347 participated, yielding a 41% response-rate (typical for lengthy surveys of sensitive topics, e.g., Hinrichs and Rosenberg 2002;Schneider 1987). We excluded 219 surveys from analysis due to extensive missing data (i.e., over 50% of the survey was blank, or the HH scale items were not responded to), resulting in a final sample of 3,128.…”

College students and sexual dynamics: Two studies of peer sexual harassment

“…Although research has predominantly focused on overt power relationships, some information is becoming available about peer sexual harassment that occurs between coworkers of equal status, classmates, and social acquaintances (Schneider, 1987). In a study of sexual harassment among women in traditionally maledominated occupations, LaFontaine and Tredeau (1986) concluded: Sexual harassment serves as essentially a reminder of powerlessness-a status reminder.…”

Sexual Harassment Victimization During Emerging Adulthood

“…Related research observes that particular interactions may enhance a student's risk of sexual harassment victimization such as being in an environment that includes alcohol (Collins & Messerschmidt, 1993;Gover, 2004), having a one-on-one relationship with a person of direct authority, or participation in group activities (Bradenburg, 1997). Consequently, when a victim disengages from his or her academic endeavors, the harassing behavior of the offender can be reinforced (Benson & Thomson, 1982;Schneider, 1987).…”