WCC depends on people like you to recognize and report hazing incidents. As a member of the campus community, you are essential in fostering a safe environment where students can engage without fear of harm.

Report a Hazing Incident
Board Policy Manual

What is the Stop Campus Hazing Act?

The Stop Campus Hazing Act is federal legislation signed into law in December 2024 that improves reporting and prevention on college campuses. The law requires institutions to be more transparent about hazing incidents and implement prevention programs for students, faculty and staff.

Your Responsibilities

  1. Dial 911 in an emergency or if anyone is in imminent danger
     
  2. Inform the reporting individual that you are required to report the incident as a confidential statistic, even if the individual does not want to report the incident for police investigation.
     
  3. Inform the reporting individual of the option to self-report the hazing to campus police or anonymously.
     
  4. Listen to the reporting individual and collect the information necessary for a thorough report.
     
  5. Report the hazing incident using the online form as soon as possible after becoming aware of the incident.
     
  6. Share support resources and how to seek medical help if necessary.

What is Hazing?

Any act that endangers physical and/or mental health or safety of a student OR any act that causes ridicule or humiliation for purposes of initiation, admission, affiliation or continued membership in a group or organization.

Examples of Behaviors:

  • Misuse of authority by a leadership position.
  • Assault by paddling, beating, striking, or hitting.
  • Preventing someone from attending class
  • Requiring forced physical activity or exercise
  • Failing to report known hazing incidents to appropriate officials

Why Hazing is Prohibited:

  • Individuals are unable to consent to hazing
  • Citing “tradition” is not justifiable
  • Being pressured by others is not an excuse
  • Each person is responsible for their own actions

Campus Hazing Transparency Report

In compliance with the Stop Campus Hazing Act, the Office of Student Conduct will maintain and publish a Campus Hazing Transparency Report (CHTP) twice annually. This report will include a summary of substantiated hazing incidents, involved organizations, and student disciplinary findings and outcomes while adhering to applicable privacy laws.