The Ohio Valley University community believes that each individual is created in the image of God, and should be respected. Consequently, the University community will not tolerate sexual assault in any form, including acquaintance rape. For the purposes of this policy, sexual assault and acquaintance rape are defined as any action in which one person forces another to engage in sexual activity against his/her will or without his/her consent. Assent does not constitute consent if it is given because of youth, mental disease, intoxication, or perceived threat.

Violations of the Sexual Assault policy may result in a variety of disciplinary responses including, but not limited to, suspension or immediate dismissal.