St. Mary's College of Maryland (the College) is committed to maintaining an educational and work environment free from harassment and discrimination. The College will not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind, including harassment or discrimination based on sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation. Prohibited forms of discrimination and harassment include sexual harassment, gender-based harassment, sexual assault, non-consensual sexual contact, sexual exploitation, intimate partner violence, stalking, and retaliation. (These behaviors are often referred to collectively as 'sexual misconduct.')