How should rape be counted according to the Clery Act?

The correct answer is to count as one offense per victim. Under the Clery Act guidelines, when an institution receives a report of rape, each victim is treated individually for the purposes of counting offenses. This means that if multiple victims are involved in a single incident, each victim's case contributes to the offense count. This approach emphasizes the experiences of victims and ensures that the reporting reflects the actual impact of these incidents within the campus community.

Counting as one offense per victim aids in providing a clearer picture of the prevalence of sexual violence on campus, allowing for better support services, prevention programs, and responses. Accurate counting not only helps fulfill federal reporting obligations but also supports efforts to create safer campus environments.