Sex-Based Harassment and Discrimination Policy and Procedures: Prohibited Conduct- Sex-Based Harassment

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The following conduct is prohibited under this Policy:

Sex-Based Harassment

For the purpose of this definition, protected class is limited to sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. Sex-based harassment consists of any verbal or physical conduct against a person or persons based on their actual or perceived protected class that includes: ...

(1) Conduct that based on the totality of the circumstances, is subjectively and objectively offensive and is so severe or pervasive that it limits or denies a person’s ability to participate in or benefit from the University’s education program or activity (hostile environment). ...