Theories & Research

Click the link below to learn more about research on hazing, and theories about why groups haze their members.

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Alcohol & Hazing

While hazing does not necessarily involve alcohol use by either current or new members, often alcohol consumption is either a central or contributing element. Click the link below to learn more about alcohol & hazing.

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Report Hazing

If you become aware of something concerning, report it!  (Knowing about subtle forms of hazing will allow us to work with groups to make positive changes before habits or patterns allow more serious forms of hazing to begin.)  We will take it seriously and investigate to the extent we are able.  The more details you can provide the better we will be able to respond.

  • Call 911 in an emergency situation.  If the behavior is happening in the moment and you are worried about someone’s safety, call 911 from wherever you are.  The dispatcher will connect you with the most appropriate police department.
  • Visit www.elon.edu/reporthazing to complete a report.  This online reporting option walks you through all the information that is helpful for us and allows you to add photos or other supporting documentation.  You may remain anonymous, but without the ability to follow up with specific questions it is very difficult for us to conduct an effective investigation or hold individuals/groups accountable.  Submitting this form with your contact information (at least a phone number) is often the most effective way to report an urgent but not emergency situation.  Report Hazing Now
  • Submit a report through the RAVE Guardian Safety App on your phone.  RAVE gives users two-way communication direct to Campus Safety & Police. Students and employees can share information through text, photo, or video directly from their smart phones.  We encourage all members of our community to download this app, so if you don’t already have it, visit this website to learn more.
  • Call Student Involvement (who work with all student organizations) during regular office hours to speak with one of our staff members: 336-278-7214.
  • Call Student Conduct (who will manage any investigation) during regular office hours.  You will likely need to leave a message for a return call: 336-278-7271.
  • Call the National Hazing Hotline at 888-NOT-HAZE (888-668-4293). Recognizing the negative impact hazing has on the fraternity and sorority community, 20 international organizations have joined together to establish a national Anti-Hazing Hotline. The number is available to those who think they, or students they know, may be victims of hazing. Callers may remain anonymous or provide personal information so that they may be responded to directly. The law firm of Manley Burke will forward copies of messages to the appropriate Greek national organizations along with the relevant hazing laws for that jurisdiction.

Investigation Process

The Office of Student Conduct will coordinate hazing investigations with other appropriate University offices and officials and a proceeding may determine outcomes for alleged violations of this policy and other University policies.

For a more detailed description of the process for individual or student organization cases, visit the Student Handbook section on Conduct Procedures for social policy violations.