Explaining Collegiate Sexual Assault Offending And Victimization Using A Feminized Routine Activities Framework
Received January 25, 2020
Accepted for Publication August 14, 2020
Published August 21, 2020
Abstract
We extend the literature on collegiate sexual assault by examining patterns of victimization and offending across multiple college campuses. We argue that routine activities are influenced by a gender structure that informs “likely” offenders and “suitable” victims and conceptualize college campuses as hot spots for sexual aggression. Using Campus Sexual Assault Survey data, we find that the odds of victimization are increased among women reporting low academic engagement and high engagement with Greek organizations. The odds of offending increase among males reporting heavy involvement with athletic events. Substance use and IPV increase the odds of victimization and offending
Keywords: Collegiate Sexual Assault, College Violence, Routine Activities, Violence against Women, Sexual Aggression