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Harassment on more than one occasion, and other forms of invasion of a person’s privacy, that causes fear to the target. The person being stalked may fear injury to self, a loved one, or personal property, or that the harassment will continue.

Stalking Behaviors

Bellow are a list of behaviors that may be present in a situation of stalking. In order for the behaviors to be stalking, they must cause fear to the subject of them.

Following somone.
Staring at or watching someone for long periods of time.
Unwanted contact through phone.
Appearing at the work place or residence of a person.
Vandalizing a person's property.
Confronting a person in a public or private space.
Sending "gifts" which can range from "romantic" (ex. flowers) to obscene (ex. pornography).
Using technology to track where a person is or where a person is going.
Breaking into a person's car or residence.
Gathering information on a person by talking to their friends, family, searching their trash, or other means.
Threatening bodily harm to a person or their loved ones.

Cyberstalking

Cyberstalking is just as serious as any other type of stalking. The behaviors may include:

Unwanted contact through phone, email, facebook, or any other electronic communication.
Stealing a password to access email or other private information.

Things to Remember

Stalking can occur during a relationship, after a relationship, or in the absence of a relationship.
Stalking is a crime, and therefore, is punishable by law. Stalking will also not be tolerated on the Warren Wilson campus.
Help is available. You can contact the resources listed below. You can also stop by the RISE Project, which is in lower Dodge, in order to educate yourself and receive support.
Anyone can be stalked regardless of their race, gender identity, or sexual orientation.
It is NEVER your fault if you are stalked.

Important Resources

RISE Support & Services
RISE Advocate List
WWC Sexual Misconduct Policy
National Stalking Hotline: 1-800-FYI-Call