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Information adapted from www.sapa.cmich.edu
Please note: Sexual assault is anytime anyone does anything of a sexual nature without consent. Each person's experience of sexual violence can be different. The following definitions are intended to provide a framework to understand sexual violence.
Rape is forced sexual intercourse, including vaginal, anal or oral penetration. Penetration can be by a body part or an object.
Rape victims might be forced through threats or physical means. In about 8 out of 10 rapes, no weapon is used other than physical force. Anyone can be a victim of rape: women, men, or children, straight or gay.
Sexual assault is unwanted sexual contact that stops short of rape or attempted rape. This includes sexual touching and fondling. Be Aware: some states use this term interchangeably with rape.
Source: http://www.rainn.org/statistics/definitions.html
If you are a survivor of sexual assault, you may complete an Online Report Form or download an Anonymous Report Form (PDF) at http://oregonstate.edu/sexualassault.