The Campus Hazing Transparency Act is part of a broader federal initiative, the Stop Campus Hazing Act (SCHA) which was signed into law in December 2024. This legislation amends the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act, to require colleges and universities to publicly disclose hazing incidents, implement prevention programs, and maintain transparency in campus safety efforts.
USU’s implementation of the Campus Hazing Transparency Act reflects its commitment to fostering a safe, respectful, and inclusive campus environment for all students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
USU Policy 2406: Hazing strictly prohibits all forms of hazing, criminal and non-criminal, on and off campus, and within any student organization or university-affiliated group. Key points include:
- Zero tolerance for hazing, regardless of whether the victim consents.
- Non-criminal hazing includes acts that cause physical or psychological harm during initiation or membership activities (e.g., sleep deprivation, exposure to elements, forced consumption).
- Criminal hazing is enforced by USU Police or local law enforcement.
- Enforcement is coordinated across the Office of Student Conduct, Human Resources, and USU Police.
Clery Act Compliance Requirements
Under the Stop Campus Hazing Act, institutions must:
- Include hazing statistics in their Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports
- Publish a Campus Hazing Transparency Report summarizing findings of hazing violations by student organizations.
- Implement hazing prevention and awareness programs that are research-informed and campus-wide.
- Name of student organizations found responsible.
- Descriptions of violations.
- Dates of incidents, investigations, and findings.
- Sanctions imposed.
Understanding the Report
- Using This Information to Make Informed Safety Decisions
Students, families, and campus stakeholders can use hazing transparency data to:
- Evaluate the safety culture of student organizations.
- Identify patterns of behavior and risk.
- Engage in proactive conversations about group involvement and personal safety.
- Hold institutions accountable for prevention and response efforts.
Transparency reports are not just compliance tools—they are resources for empowerment and awareness.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is considered hazing under USU policy?
A: Any intentional, knowing, or reckless act that causes harm or risk during initiation or membership activities, regardless of consent.
Q: Where can I report hazing at USU?
A: Reports can be made to the Office of Student Conduct, Human Resources, or USU Police, depending on the nature of the incident.
Q: Are hazing incidents publicly disclosed?
A: Yes. USU publishes findings in its Campus Hazing Transparency Report, which remains online for five years per federal guidelines.
Q: How does this relate to federal law?
A: The Stop Campus Hazing Act mandates these disclosures and prevention efforts as part of Clery compliance.
Q: How can families use this information?
A: Families can review hazing reports to guide conversations, assess risk, and support students in making safe choices.
2025-2026 Academic Year
There were no findings of hazing behavior during this time period.
2024-2025 Academic Year
There were no findings of hazing behavior during this time period.