Depending on the circumstances, the following are examples of behaviors that may constitute harassment/discrimination under this policy. This is not an exhaustive list: * Jokes, comments or innuendoes that make fun of, denigrate or are based on an individual's or group's protected class status;
* Epithets or slurs based on an individual's or group's protected class status;
* Objects, posters, cartoons or pictures which make fun of, denigrate or are based on an individual's or group's protected class status whether directed to an individual, placed on University premises or displayed or circulated on campus;
* Displaying, sending, forwarding, downloading or otherwise distributing materials via the Internet, computer, or email that make fun of, denigrate or are based on protected class status;
* Other verbal or physical conduct that denigrates or shows hostility or aversion toward an individual or group based on protected class status. Determination of whether particular conduct violates this policy is made on a case-by-case basis, in light of all the known facts and circumstances. The University may take action on conduct that it deems to be inappropriate, regardless of whether it raises to the level of a violation of law.

For example:
• subtle pressure for sexual activity
• unnecessary touches or contact
• offensive sexual graffiti or cartoons
• inappropriate sexual innuendoes
• verbal sexual abuse disguised as humor
• whistling, cat-calls, obscene gestures

Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors,
and verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature are
behaviors that may be considered sexual harassment
when: [...] such conduct has the purpose or effect of creating
an intimidating, hostile or offensive environment for
students or employees.

Depending on the circumstances, conduct which may constitute sexual harassment includes but is not limited to: [...] # Unwelcome sexual conduct toward an individual, including offensive comments, touching or sexual propositions;
# Leering, making sexual gestures, touching, patting, pinching, rubbing, impeding or blocking movements, displaying of sexually suggestive objects, pictures, cartoons or posters, suggestive or obscene letters or emails, notes, invitations or gifts;
# Making or using derogatory comments, epithets, slurs or jokes with a sexual content;
# Persistent unsolicited and unwelcome invitations for dates, encounters, or pressure to engage in sexual activity of an implied or explicit nature;
# Persistent inappropriate and unwelcome questions asked about personal life;
# Comments to, or about, any individual or their appearance that is sexually graphic or would otherwise tend to be degrading;
# Displaying, sending, forwarding, downloading or otherwise distributing sexual materials via the Internet, computer or email.

A student is expected and required to:

2.1 respect the integrity and personal rights of individuals. The University will not tolerate any behavior that intimidates, threatens, harasses, physically harms (ex: hitting, pushing, or physical altercations/violence of any kind - see also Section 6 on Harassment).

In a world of challenging social and technological transformations, Brandeis remains a center of open inquiry and teaching, cherishing its independence from any doctrine or government.

By being a nonsectarian university that welcomes students, teachers, and staff of every nationality, religion, and political orientation, Brandeis renews the American heritage of cultural diversity, equal access to opportunity, and freedom of expression.

Material that is explicitly sexual or offensive may not be displayed, consistent with the Brandeis University Policy Statement on Non-discrimination and Harassment.

The outside of a room door in the residence halls is considered part of the hallway or common area of the residence halls. Any student group or organization (including students or student groups) wishing to post materials or distribute questionnaires, etc. in the residence halls must have approval from the Department of Residence Life. The Quad Director will determine appropriate posting locations in each area.

The University requires ten days advance notice for the reservation of space unless waived by the Department of Conference and Event Services. The University reserves the right to withhold its approval of any requested use of a facility, to establish financial charges for any use, and to require a security deposit or impose other such requirements including, but not limited to, security personnel and equipment.