University students are unlikely to report having been sexually assaulted to university officials because

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Studies have shown that many university students do not report sexual assault because they fear they will not be taken seriously by university officials. They may also fear retaliation or other negative consequences. Seeing their attacker in classes may be a factor for some students, but it is not the primary reason for underreporting. The distraction from studies or fear of retribution on social media may also play a role, but they are not as significant as the fear of not being taken seriously by university officials.

University Students Are Unlikely to Report Having Been Sexually Assaulted