Hazing

Hazing is strictly forbidden. Any action which recklessly or intentionally endangers the health or safety of a person for a purpose related to an organization, team or other activity violates University policy as well as Connecticut criminal statutes.

Prohibited conduct includes any physical or verbal act which subjects another person, voluntarily or involuntarily, to abuse, humiliation, degradation, mental anguish or pain and discomfort, including but not limited to indecent exposure, sleep deprivation, confinement to limited area, or assault. Further, requiring or encouraging another individual to violate University policy or state or federal law for any purpose related to an organization or team will be considered hazing.

The University's athletic or recreation staff will also report any hazing activity. Violators are subject to the full range of sanctions, including dismissal or expulsion, as well as criminal prosecution. Under Connecticut statute, student organizations which engage in hazing forfeit for a period of not less than one year all rights and privileges to operate.

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