HRM 122: Title IX - Sex Discrimination in Education Prohibited

Relevant Excerpt

Sexual Harassment: Consistent with the Title IX Regulations, “Sexual Harassment” for the purposes of this Policy means conduct on the basis of sex that satisfies one or more of the following: ... Unwelcome conduct that a reasonable person would determine is so severe, pervasive, and objectively offensive that it effectively denies a person equal access to the University’s education program or activity; ...

Hostile Environment Sexual Harassment 

“Hostile Environment” sexual harassment in education in violation of Title IX, the Title IX Regulations, and this Policy occurs when unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature when viewed from the perspective of a reasonable person is so severe, pervasive, and objectively offensive that it effectively denies a person equal access to the recipient's education program or activity.