Hazing is strictly prohibited at Indiana University and has no place in the Sorority and Fraternity Community. Hazing is defined as any conduct that subjects another person, whether physically, mentally, emotionally, or psychologically, to anything that may endanger, abuse, degrade, or intimidate the person as a condition of association with a group or organization, regardless of the person’s consent or lack of consent.
If you have experienced hazing, witnessed hazing, or suspect someone you know to have been hazed, report it. In an emergency, call 911. Your decision will make campus a safer place for everyone.
Organizations may be eligible for organization amnesty related to hazing behaviors if swift action is taken to stop the behaviors, no medical attention is needed, alcohol and/or drugs are not involved, and measures are put in place to prevent such behaviors from occurring again. The expectation for organizations utilizing this policy is that they ensure immediate care for a student in need, self-report this incident to the Office of Student Conduct, and provide complete and truthful information about the situation. Prior hazing incidents, reported by organizational leadership in an effort to seek help from the university and to actively change or remedy the organization’s culture, may be considered for amnesty under this policy or other alternative resolution processes at the Dean of Students' discretion.
The Office of Sorority and Fraternity Life is committed to eliminating hazing by supporting ongoing hazing prevention education efforts.
Prospective Member Orientation
During Prospective Member Orientation, all prospective members will learn that hazing has no place in the IU sorority and fraternity community. During this portion of Prospective Member Orientation, they will review the hazing policy, examples of hazing, signs of hazing, behavior that is expected of organization members, and where to report if you or a friend have experienced hazing.
Chapter-Based Programming
Sororities and fraternities have the opportunity to request hazing prevention education programs utilizing our Programming Request Form. These educational programs can be tailored to the organization’s goals and needs, including but not limited to meeting their Health & Wellness programming requirements, conducting sanctions, and completing required programming from their inter/national organization.
Future Initiatives
As we continue to advance our prevention efforts, you can expect to see:
