Fake Weather Delay: CMU will delay operations until 11 a.m. Dec. 10

CMU is delaying operations on its main campus and CMU North building in Mount Pleasant today, Wednesday, Dec. 10, due to weather. 
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For Those Affected By Harassment

​What harassment entails

​Harassment is conduct or behavior by an individual(s) that may cause another person distress and/or interfere with their working, living, and/or learning environment. It can occur in several places, including the workplace, a school environment, college/university environment, and/or online. There are a variety of people who can be in the position to harass. Some of these include, but are not limited to, bosses, faculty/staff, managers, teachers, colleagues/co-workers, professors, and/or students. Types of harassment include quid pro quo and hostile environment. Here is an example of each: 

  • ​Quid Pro Quo: A professor offers you a better grade in exchange for sexual favors.
  • Hostile Environment: A colleague refers to you as a "slut" and "whore" and repeatedly makes related comments about your appearance. 

You may experience

  • There is no single way in which people respond to harassment.​​
  • Common feelings may include:
    • Fear
    • Annoyance
    • Trapped/Helplessness
    • Confusion
    • Anxiety/Worry
    • Numbness/Disconnected
    • Hopelessness
    • Isolated
  • You may be concerned about how friends, family, co-workers, or your partner will respond or whether or not they will believe you​.

Things to know

  • Experiencing harassment is not your fault. 
  • Talking with a trained advocate can really make a difference.
  • Whether you experienced harassment recently or many years ago, you have the right to safety.
  • You have the right to support and assistance.

Important considerations

  • ​Document all instances of harassment.
  • Contact someone you trust for emotional support.
  • Contact SAPA to speak to an advocate who can answer your questions, discuss safety planning and documentation, provide emotional support, and provide other resources as desired.

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