A preliminary report from the ‘Student Needs Assessment Survey’ conducted by University of Saskatchewan Student Health Service in February of 2003, indicates that sexual assault* is a concern for U of S students.
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8.3% of Females and 1.3% of Males reported having been sexually assaulted since starting University. **It should be noted taht these assaults did not necessarily occur on campus.
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The most common perpetrator of sexual assault was a date or acquaintance. A stranger, ex-partner and steady boyfriend/girlfriend followed closely.
Here are some Canadian statistics for you:
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In 87% of reported cases of sexual assault, the women knew their assailants
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24% of women age 18-24 have been sexually attacked by a date or boyfriend
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20.2% of female students said that they gave into unwanted sexual intercourse because they were overwhelmed by a man's continued arguments and pressure.
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13.6% of female students said that, when they were drunk or high, a man attempted unwanted sexual intercourse.
*Canadian Federation of Students - No Means No.
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