Below you’ll find important information about our hazing policies, educational programs, and prevention resources. We are committed to fostering a safe, respectful, and values-driven community for all students.
Hazing Policy
Georgia Southern University strictly prohibits hazing. Our policy aligns with the Max Gruver Act (Senate Bill 85) and the Stop the Hazing Campus Act (H.R.5646) and reflects our commitment to the well-being of all students.
Definition of Hazing:
Any act, intentional or unintentional, regardless of a Student’s willingness to participate in such activity,
which subjects a Student to an activity which, for the purpose of initiation, admission into, affiliation
with, or as a condition for continued membership, office, or other status in a Group or Organization:
- Endangers or is likely to endanger the emotional, mental, financial, or physical health or
safety of a student (including, but not limited to, acts that cause or are likely to cause physical
discomfort, embarrassment and/or ridicule), - Coerces a student through the use of social or physical pressure to consume any food, liquid,
alcohol, drug, or other substance which subjects the student to a likely risk of vomiting,
intoxication, or unconsciousness, - Destroys or removes public or private property.
It also includes any activity that falls under the legal definition of hazing in Georgia law.
Reporting Hazing
Georgia Southern has created multiple confidential and anonymous ways to report hazing:
- Ethics and Compliance Reporting Hotline (24/7): 1-877-516-3445
- Submit an Online Incident Report
All reports are handled confidentially. Thank you for joining the effort to eliminate hazing from our campus
Max Gruver Act Public Disclosure
In compliance with Georgia state law SB 85 “Max Gruver Act”, the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life in collaboration with the Office of Student Conduct and the Office of Student Activities provides regular updates to the campus community about organizations found responsible for hazing misconduct.
Hazing Prevention Programs
Online Hazing Modules
These educational tools are available for students interested in joining Greek life. Modules include:
- Hazing Prevention 101 – Learn how to recognize, report, and prevent hazing.
- Fraternity & Sorority Life – Understand the specific challenges and responsibilities in our Greek community.
National Hazing Prevention Week
National Hazing Prevention Week, observed each September, raises awareness about hazing through campus and organizational programs focused on education, prevention, and accountability.
Our goal is to engage students, staff, faculty, families, and communities across all Georgia Southern campuses in building a culture of safety and respect.
Together, We Prevent Hazing
Georgia Southern University is committed to protecting students and holding organizations accountable.