Sexuality at Goshen College

The Division of Student Life at Goshen College distributes this packet of informational material to colloquium (incoming) students. This packet is compiled and reviewed by the Campus Health and Wholeness Committee (CHAW). The mission of CHAW, under the direction of the Vice President of Student Life, is to promote a healthy Goshen College community. CHAW advocates a holistic approach to wellness and health that integrates our physical, spiritual, environmental, and intellectual life.

Contents:

About this material — Letter from Bill Born

An introduction to “A Call to Affirmation” — background on the joint GC/MC Mennonite study of sexuality issues

A Call to Affirmation, Confession, and Covenant Regarding Human Sexuality

GC commitment to inclusive language

Violence in the media and its effects

A pastoral statement on same-sex orientation

Date rape: we need to know

If you are sexually assaulted

Acquaintance rape prevention

What men can do to stop rape

Policy & Procedures on Sexual Misconduct, Including Sexual Harassment and Sexual Assault (updated 2009)

Self-defense and personal safety

Alcohol and sexual decision making

Sexually transmitted infections

HIV and AIDS information