Students from the 10 campuses of the University of Hawaiʻi are being encouraged to participate in the UH Student Survey on Sexual Harassment and Sex-Based Violence. The anonymous and voluntary survey is open to students 18 years old and older from February 4 to March 10, and can only be accessed through an email with the subject line “UH students: Please complete the sexual harassment and sex-based violence survey” sent from “UH President (Omnitrak on behalf of UH)
“Sexual harassment and sex-based violence on college campuses are serious issues nationwide,” said UH President Wendy Hensel in an a February 4 email to students. “UH has made significant progress in responding to these issues across our 10 campuses, largely thanks to your participation in a student survey conducted every two years.”
Why participation matters
This is the fifth UH survey on sexual harassment and sex-based violence since 2017. Utilizing the campus specific data collected in the previous surveys, the Title IX coordinators from each of the 10 campuses have tailored outreach and support materials for their campus communities. Systemwide, survey insights have improved training programs and expanded advocacy services, ensuring a data-driven approach to prevention, response and awareness.
“Your experience matters to us, and your voice is critical to our efforts in creating a safe and supportive environment for all students,” Hensel said.
What the survey covers
The 20-minute survey will ask students about:
- Campus environment related to sexual harassment and sex-based violence.
- Perceptions of UH’s response to reports of harassment or violence.
- Awareness of resources and reporting options for sexual violence, sexual harassment, stalking and interpersonal violence (domestic and dating violence).
- Prevalence and incidence of sexual violence, harassment, stalking and interpersonal violence on UH campuses.
Students can exit and resume the survey anytime before March 10, 2025. All responses are completely anonymous and survey data will be kept confidential and reviewed only in aggregate to ensure privacy. A Frequently Asked Questions page is available with more information.
#BeHeardUH
Students are encouraged to promote #BeHeardUH on social media and help raise awareness about the importance of speaking up against sexual harassment and sex-based violence.
Resources
If you have experienced sex-based harassment or violence, resources are available:
- Confidential Support—If you need help but are not ready to make a formal report, reach out to a confidential resource on your campus.
- Formal Reporting—To file a report, contact your campus Title IX coordinator.
- Off-Campus Assistance—contact a community resource in your area.
Survey history and results
The UH Student Survey is considered a national best practice and was first identified as a university priority in 2015. It later became a state mandate under Act 208 (2016) and has been conducted biennially since 2017. Past survey results include:
- 2018—Groundbreaking student survey on sexual harassment and gender-based violence
- 2020—Results of student survey on sexual harassment, violence
- 2022—Students feel safer on UH campuses, according to latest student survey
- 2024—Students feel safe, aware of resources, according to survey
The survey is coordinated by the UH System Office of EEO/TIX and conducted by OmniTrak Group, Inc.
