ABSTRACT

With national conversation turned toward sexual assault on college campuses, knowing how to identify, prevent, and address these incidents in a safe, and productive way is essential for administrators and faculty. Uprooting Sexual Violence in Higher Education provides colleges and universities with a foundational understanding of twelve risk factors related to sexual assault, stalking, and intimate partner violence. By presenting a blend of theory, research, and the personal reflections of professionals ‘on the front lines,’ this book provides insights into the motivations, attitudes, and behaviors behind sexual assault on campus, as well as strategies for mitigating these risk factors in an effort to tailor prevention efforts. Whether you are seeking a way to navigate the recent regulations on sexual violence from the federal government or merely wish to safeguard the welfare of students on your campus, this book will provide the neccesary, and invaluable foundation you need to empower, respect, and support all students.

part |2 pages

Part I Introduction

chapter 1|10 pages

Violence Against Women Act

chapter 2|11 pages

Summary of the 12 Risk Factors

chapter 3|21 pages

The Seven C’s and Doing Prevention Well

part |2 pages

Part II Risk Factors

chapter 4|16 pages

Objectification and Depersonalization

chapter 6|12 pages

Threats and Ultimatums

chapter 7|18 pages

Misogynistic Ideology

chapter 8|16 pages

Grooming Behaviors

chapter 9|14 pages

Using Substances to Obtain Sex

chapter 10|13 pages

Hardened or Inflexible Point of View

chapter 11|9 pages

Pattern of Escalating Threat

chapter 12|21 pages

Lack of Empathy

chapter 13|14 pages

Sensation-Seeking Behaviors

chapter 15|13 pages

Past Experiences

part |2 pages

Part III Conclusion

chapter 16|19 pages

Consent

chapter 17|13 pages

Campus Climate

chapter 18|11 pages

Future Directions