The University is committed to protecting the right of all individuals to pursue their intellectual, vocational, and personal interest without harassment or interference. The University is also committed to providing an environment in which visitors to and members of the campus community are treated with dignity, respect and regard for their welfare and learning needs.

Hunter College describes stalking as any behaviors or activities occurring on more than one occasion that collectively instill fear in the victim, and/or threaten his or her safety, mental health, or physical health. Such behaviors and activities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Non-consensual communication, including face-to-face, telephone calls, voice messages, written letters, unwanted gifts, etc;

Threatening or obscene gestures;

Pursuing or following;

Surveillance or other types of observation;

*trespassing

*vandalism

*non-consensual touching

*These offenses may result in additional charges.

Stalking behavior will not be tolerated. Incidents occurring on or off campus are subject to University discipline when such actions materially affect the learning environment or operations of the University.

Stalking is a crime under New York Sate law. Incidences of stalking outside New York State, may be admissible in court if it is relevant to the case and may be punishable as a Class B misdemeanor or a class D felony. Legal options available to victims of stalking include reporting to the local police, seeking a remedy through civil proceedings, and/or utilizing the campus judicial process.
If you believe you are being stalked

If you believe you are being stalked, or if you have some questions about behavior that is frightening even if it has only happened once, follow these steps for assistance:

• Call Hunter College Public Safety @ 212-772-4521
• File a police report
• If you know the identity of the stalker, inquire about the possibility of obtaining a restraining order.
• Keep a journal of everything that occurs including dates, places and times of events
• Tell your friends, roommates, and employer about the stalking.
• If you live on campus, let your resident life staff person know about the behavior.
• If you are receiving annoying or threatening phone calls, keep a record of the time, date end message you receive.