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Terminology Related to Gender-Based Violence

This glossary, developed by the Culture of Respect Campus Leadership Team at Loyola University Chicago, defines terms commonly used when talking about gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and Title IX. 

Loyola University Chicago uses specific language throughout our processes. Definitions with an asterisk (*) come directly from the university’s Comprehensive Policy and Procedures for Addressing Discrimination, Sexual Misconduct, and Retaliation. Definitions with a cross (†) are required by federal, state, or municipal law. 

Download a PDF: Terminology Related to Gender-Based Violence 

If you have further questions about these terms, please contact the Office for Equity & Compliance (OEC). Please note this glossary is intended as an educational resource, and the Comprehensive Policy remains LUC’s controlling document for addressing discrimination, sexual misconduct, and retaliation. 

Regulatory DefinitionsRegulatory Definitions

The terms listed in the section below are regulatory definitions relevant to gender-based violence. 

Prohibited Conduct at LoyolaProhibited Conduct at Loyola

The terms listed below are definitions of prohibited conduct at Loyola. These definitions come directly from the university’s Comprehensive Policy. 

Definitions Relevant to OEC and Advocacy ProcessesDefinitions Relevant to OEC and Advocacy Processes

The terms listed in the section below are definitions relevant to OEC and advocacy processes at LUC.

People and RolesPeople and Roles

The terms listed in the section below refer to people and roles relevant to gender-based violence.

Other Important TermsOther Important Terms

The terms listed in the section below are additional definitions relevant to gender-based violence.