Portland State University periodically conducts a Sexual Misconduct Campus Climate Survey to assess students’ experiences, perceptions, and attitudes related to sexual misconduct. The survey helps PSU better understand campus climate and identify opportunities to improve prevention, education, and support efforts.
PSU administered its second sexual misconduct campus climate survey during the winter and spring terms 2021. PSU invited all of its undergraduate and graduate students to participate in the survey and 2,687 students responded to the survey.
PSU will administer a new sexual misconduct campus climate survey in 2026-27.
If you have questions about the report or suggestions about how Portland State can reduce the incidence of sexual assault, sexual misconduct, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, or conduct that creates a hostile environment on campus and improve the support the University offers when it does occur, please contact the Title IX Coordinator.
WARNING: The Sexual Misconduct Campus Climate Survey Report discusses sensitive topics, including sexual assault, sexual misconduct, and interpersonal violence. Some survey questions and sections in this report use explicit language to describe anatomical body parts and types of sexual acts. Reading this report might be emotionally difficult and bring up experiences that either you, or someone you know, have experienced. You may contact the below resources if you want to talk to someone confidentially about questions or concerns related to sexual assault and sexual misconduct.