Michael Che

Catcalling: More than just a harmless compliment

The 2013 Clery Report, which records crimes that have occurred on or around the Washington University campus, indicated a 150 percent increase in reported forcible sex offenses in the past year. This, in addition to the “carry the weight” movement spurred by Columbia University student Emma Sulkowicz, has contributed to the whirlwind of recent attention regarding sexual assault on college campuses along with street harassment.

Rima Parikh | Staff Columnist

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