Defining Sexual Assault, A Survey of College-Age Men

Presenter Information

Lisa Pohl, Minnesota State University, Mankato

Location

CSU 203

Start Date

23-4-2007 1:00 PM

End Date

23-4-2007 3:00 PM

Student's Major

Gender and Women's Studies

Student's College

Social and Behavioral Sciences

Mentor's Name

Jocelyn Fenton Stitt

Mentor's Department

Gender and Women's Studies

Mentor's College

Social and Behavioral Sciences

Description

Sexual assault is a prevalent and serious problem in today's society. However frequently it occurs, not everyone is in agreement on what exactly constitutes assault. It is quite possible that men and women have very different views on the subject, which in turn, could be a contributing factor of sexual assault. This paper took a closer look at how college-age men (18-22 years old) define sexual assault. Fifty questionnaire surveys were randomly administered on the Minnesota State Mankato campus, posing questions on sexual practices, thoughts and opinions on sexual assault, and handling other's sexual behavior. Past research was also considered. By conducting this research perhaps society can accumulate a more specific definition, therefore working towards ending all sexual assaults.