The following list includes some of the common experiences shared by men and boys who have survived sexual assault. Men who were sexually abused as boys or teens may also respond differently than men who were sexually assaulted as adults. If something happened to you, know that it is not your fault and you are not alone. These normal physiological responses do not in any way imply that you wanted, invited, or enjoyed the assault. Many men who experienced an erection or ejaculation during the assault may be confused and wonder what this means. Some men who have survived sexual assault as adults feel shame or self-doubt, believing that they should have been “strong enough” to fight off the perpetrator. Men and boys who have been sexually assaulted may experience the same effects of sexual assault as other survivors, and they may face other challenges that are more unique to their experience. Sexual assault can happen to anyone, regardless of gender or sexual orientation. This includes situations where force, violence, or weapons are used as well as situations where the victim is too intoxicated or scared to give consent. In legal terms, sexual assault is any sexual contact that is against a person’s will or without consent. Men and boys who have been sexually assaulted or abused may have many of the same feelings and reactions as other survivors of sexual assault, but they may also face some additional challenges because of social attitudes and stereotypes about men and masculinity. Sexual assault can happen to anyone, no matter your age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. – “I Never Thought This Could Happen to Me” – The interim policy describes prohibited conduct for students, faculty, and staff explains multiple options for reporting sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking sets forth the procedures the University will follow for promptly, thoroughly, and equitably investigating and resolving reports of sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking in order to eliminate the misconduct, prevent its recurrence, and address its effects on a complainant or the University community identifies resources for complainants and describes the University’s prevention and awareness programs relating to sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking. The University has a adopted an interim policy that addresses sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking.