Can College Students Differentiate Between Consensual and Non-Consensual Sexual Activity? A Vignette Study

Riley Fegley and Yusra Haroon

Recent Title IX rulings have intensified discussions on sexual assault (SA) policies, yet national data on college students’ ability to identify consensual versus non-consensual sexual activity remains limited. This study examines how factors like Rape Myth Acceptance, Pornography Consumption, and Relationship Satisfaction influence students' SA perceptions. Specifically, using a self-report vignette study, we surveyed 327 college students across multiple institutions. Findings may inform ongoing discussions about SA recognition and prevention in campus communities.

Major: 
Criminology
Exhibition Category: 
Social and Behavioral Sciences
Exhibition Format: 
Poster Presentation
Campus: 
Altoona
Faculty Sponsor: 
Nathan Kruis
Poster Number: 
44