American University

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Washington, District Of Columbia

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Student Conduct Code: Definitions

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    Harassment Policies
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“Harassment” – an intimidating, severe, hostile, or coercive act – whether physical, verbal, electronic (including, but not limited to: e-mail, social media, instant messaging, etc.), which is intentional and/or persistent.

Discrimination and Non-Title IX Sexual Misconduct Policy

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Harassment. Harassment is a form of discrimination that encompasses unwelcome conduct based on a person’s legally protected status. Harassment is unwelcome verbal or physical conduct directed toward, or differential treatment of, an individual because of their membership or perceived membership in any…

Policy on Posting Materials

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    Posting and Distribution Policies
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The following guidelines should be followed by those wishing to post items on campus: 1. All registered student organizations must have all items approved by University Center and Student Activities prior to being mass produced. ... 8. Posted materials may not advertise…

Student Conduct Code: Residence Hall Regulations

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    Posting and Distribution Policies
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The following conduct is expressly prohibited: ... To solicit, canvass, post, or distribute any materials within the residence halls and/or property operated by AU Housing & Residence Life without the approval of the community director or to violate the university or residence…

Computer Use and Copyright Policy

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    Green
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    Internet Usage Policies
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Prohibited actions under this policy, include, but are not limited to, the following: ... using email, messaging services, or any electronic communication service to harass, stalk or intimidate another person (e.g., by broadcasting unsolicited messages, repeatedly sending unwanted mail, or using another…

Title IX Sexual Harassment Policy

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    Green
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    Harassment Policies
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Title IX Sexual Harassment means conduct on the basis of sex that satisfies one or more of the following: ... Unwelcome conduct determined by a reasonable person to be so severe, pervasive, and objectively offensive that it effectively denies a person equal…