Sexual Harassment Prevention Training

Beginning fall 2009 one time attendance at a Sexual Harassment Prevention Session is required of all students BEFORE they apply for an internship, experiential learning or field experience.

Because of timing on this requirement, students completing an internship during fall 2009 will be allowed to complete the training during their internship. This exception will not be made for future semesters.

If you hope to intern for credit in the spring you MUST complete the training during the fall semester.  This is not optional, your application will not be approved if you have not completed the training.

All students who entered IC fall 2008 or later must fulfill the 35 hour field experience requirement and the Sexual Harassment Training MUST be completed before you begin your field experience.  These students are encourage to fulfill the requirement during their sophomore year.

Sexual Harassment Prevention Training for Student Interns
Presented by Traevena Byrd, Legal Affairs
12:10 PM - 1:00 PM
Textor 103

Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Thursday, December 3, 2009

Advance registration is NOT required.

Participating in a student internship can be an important part of every student's higher education experience. However, most students, both male and female, have no idea what to do when confronted with sexual harassment.  Unwanted advances or sexually explicit gestures and jokes can be damaging to a student's confidence both during the internship and when seeking employment after graduation. In addition, many students are unaware when their own well-intentioned conduct might be viewed as unprofessional and offensive, putting them in jeopardy both academically and professionally.  Learn the basics of how to identify and respond to sexual harassment as well as how to avoid engaging in behavior that could be perceived as sexual harassment by others.