Hazing Notice and Training
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Required Notice
Sam Houston State University is dedicated to providing a safe educational environment and does not tolerate hazing by any group or individual associated with the university. Hazing is against the university's values. All students, student organizations, and affiliated groups must adhere to state and federal laws, as well as university policies prohibiting hazing.
The university will take disciplinary action for hazing incidents that occur: (1) during official university functions; (2) in connection with the activities of registered or sponsored student organizations; or (3) in any situation where a hazing incident has a significant connection to the university’s programs, operations, or interests, regardless of its location. Violations of this policy may lead to disciplinary action, which can include expulsion or the termination of organizational recognition, as well as potential criminal prosecution under applicable laws.
Individuals who are victims of or witnesses to hazing are strongly encouraged to report the incident to the Dean of Students’ Office and the University Police Department for investigation and appropriate action.
Hazing Education
All members of the SHSU community have open access to online Hazing Prevention Education.
Click the button below and use your SHSU credentials to login.
National Hazing Prevention Week Flyer
Additional Information:
Federal Law
- Stop Campus Hazing Act
- Stop Campus Hazing Act Quick Guide
- SHSU Stop Campus Hazing Investigation Process
State Law
- Texas Education Code, Higher Education, Hazing (Section 51.936)
- Texas Education Code, Chapter 37, Subchapter F. Hazing
University Compliance
To report hazing allegations, you may complete the Incident Reporting Form or contact the Dean of Students’ Office at doso@shsu.edu or 936-294-1785.