CSUB FRATERNITY & SORORITY LIFE
Joining an organization should be a positive experience. New member activities and initiation rituals focus on the positive aspects of both the organization and the individual.
Hazing
Hazing Policy
Hazing, or conspiracy to haze. Hazing is defined as any method of initiation or pre-initiation into a student organization or student body, whether or not the organization or body is officially recognized by an educational institution, which is likely to cause serious bodily injury to any former, current, or prospective student of any school, community college, college, university or other educational institution in this state (Penal Code 245.6), and in addition, any act likely to cause physical harm, personal degradation or disgrace resulting in physical or mental harm, to any former, current, or prospective student of any school, community college, college, university or other educational institution.
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​Neither the express or implied consent of a victim of hazing, nor the lack of active participation in a particular hazing incident is a defense. Apathy or acquiescence in the presence of hazing is not a neutral act, and is also a violation of this section.
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Facts About Hazing
Hazing is about power and control. Hazers tend to have a need to feel powerful and in control of others. Those being hazed often have a desire to be accepted into the group.
Although the excuses for hazing tend to be along the lines of the activities build trust, in reality, it does just the opposite and there are plenty of other less-risky activities a group leader can do with a group of new members to build trust, respect, and togetherness that is not hazing.
It only takes one person willing and able to have the courage and integrity to break hazing traditions. In the end, it is most important to do what is right.
Resources
1-888-NOT-HAZE
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University Police Department, 661-654-2677
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Maureen Fillmore, Greek Life & Student Leadership Coordinator, 661-654-3346
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Claudia Catota, Assistant to the President for Equity, Inclusion, & Compliance, 661-654-2137
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Ruby Alvarez, Student Rights & Responsibilities Director, 661-654-2680
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Student Health Services, 661-654-3366
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stophazing.org
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hazingprevention.org
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