2025-2026 Sexual Harassment Policy

Elon University (the university) strives to provide a safe environment for the campus community and support the institution’s educational mission. The university does not tolerate acts of sexual harassment, including sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, sex-based stalking, sexual exploitation, complicity, or retaliation. All members of our community are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that reflects personal integrity and respect for others. The university recognizes the serious and negative impacts sexual harassment, in all its forms, has on individuals and the university community. To that end, the university endeavors to stop sexual harassment, prevent its recurrence, and to address its effects. This Policy outlines how the university responds to reports of sexual harassment herein.

Consistent with Elon’s Notice of Non-Discrimination, the university prohibits all forms of sexual harassment and related retaliation committed against employees, enrolled students, or third parties, including contractors, vendors, visitors, guests, and others. Sexual harassment under this Policy encompasses harassment based on sex, and includes:

• Pregnancy and related conditions
• Sex characteristics