Educational Block 2 | 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

What's My Big Got to Do With it?

Presenters: Stacey Allan, Ph.D., Bowling Green State University | Brian Heilmeier, Ph.D., Bowling Green State University

Location: TBD

Themes: Interdisciplinary Prevention (includes content for multiple priority areas not just Fraternity/Sorority Life); Collaboration/Relationship Building; Violence Prevention; 

Priority Areas: Athletics; Club Sports; Fraternity and Sorority Life (Campus); Fraternity and Sorority Life HQ/National Volunteers; Performing Arts Groups (ex: Band); Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC); Student Organizations; 

Program Abstract...

Many student organizations and groups are increasingly using big/little or mentorship programs to help new members transition into communities. These programs can be effective tools for creating connection, support, and a sense of belonging. However, a number of hazing-related incidents surround events associated with the big/little relationship. Join us for an engaging session where you'll learn how to develop effective training for bigs and mentors. We'll share strategies and tools to help practitioners empower mentors to foster healthy, respectful, and meaningful relationships with their mentees. 

Cringe to Cultured: Building Prevention Programs for the Current Student

Presenters: Joshua Bensink, The Ohio State University | Ari Camel, The Ohio State University

Location: TBD

Themes: Hazing Prevention Beyond Compliance, Public Health Practices; Collaboration/Relationship Building; Interdisciplinary Prevention (includes content for multiple priority areas not just Fraternity/Sorority Life): 

Priority Areas: General; 

Program Abstract...

In an era where attention spans are short and expectations are high, we have an opportunity to adjust our programs. This session explores how to design prevention programs that students actually want to attend by using relevant language, identity-aware content, and trends. We'll dive into how to center important topics (e.g., hazing) without relying on traditional formats, and share practical ideas for building programs that are worth showing up for. 

"But We Were Safe" Reflections on Student Perceptions of Risk Mitigation in Rites of Passage Activities and other Insights from a Multidisciplinary Hazing Prevention Team

Presenters: Blaze Campbell-Jacobs, Ph.D., Bowling Green State University | Faith DeNardo, Ph.D., Bowling Green State University

Location: TBD

Themes: Collaboration/Relationship Building, Public Health Practices; Interdisciplinary Prevention (includes content for multiple priority areas not just Fraternity/Sorority Life); Collin's Law Compliance (Reporting, Education, Policy); Assessment; 

Priority Areas: Athletics; Club Sports; Fraternity and Sorority Life (Campus); General; Student Conduct; Student Organizations; 

Program Abstract...

After a student group accepted responsibility for hazing-related policy violations of the Code of Student Conduct, educational interventions were developed to adress the misconduct. One key intervention involved the students participating in a pilot program for anti-hazing education. Their role included participating in focus groups to assess their experience, perceptions, and knowledge development after a semester of educational sanctions. The intention was to assess their experiences to educate future student groups. A working group composed of individuals experienced in anti-hazing education and investigative work was established to design the focus group assessment. This session will explore the development of the multidisciplinary working group, the significant benefits of the focus group design for assessment purposes, and the recommendations for moving hazing prevention education forward. 

Practical Strategies for Navigating Collin's Law and the Stop Campus Hazing Act

Presenters: Jessica Galanos, Bricker Graydon LLP. 

Location: TBD

Themes: Collin's law Compliance (Reporting, Education, Policy); Investigations and Accountability; Strategic Planning; 

Priority Areas: General, Legal Councils; Student Affairs Leadership/VP of Student Affairs; Student Conduct; Student Organizations; 

Program Abstract...

This one-hour presentation will explore the new federal anti-hazing law, the Stop Campus Hazing Act, and Ohio's Collin's Law, highlighting their key provisions, differences, and implications for educational institutions. The Stop Campus Hazing Act, signed by President Biden on December 23, 2024, federally mandates comprehensive hazing reporting and prevention measures, including amendments to Clery reporting obligations. Collin's Law, enacted in Ohio, similarly requires public reporting of hazing violations and imposes stricter penalties. By comparing these laws, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the legal landscape surrounding hazing, the specific requirements for compliance, and the steps institutions must take to foster safer campus environments. 

Liquid Courage: The Role of Alcohol in Hazing

Presenters: Jill Maurer, University of Virginia Gordie Center

Location: TBD

Themes: Collin's Law Compliance (Reporting, Education, Policy); Hazing Prevention Beyond Compliance; Public Health Practices; Interdisciplinary Prevention (includes content for multiple priority areas not just Fraternity/Sorority Life);

Priority Areas: Athletics; Club Sports; Fraternity and Sorority Life (Campus); Fraternity and Sorority Life HQ/National Volunteers; General; Performing Arts Groups (ex: Band); Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC); Student Affairs Leadership/VP of Student Affairs; Student Organizations;

Program Abstract...

This interactive program reviews the research on the relationship between alcohol and hazing, models engaging ways to provide education to students on standard drink sizes through "bartender school, and teaches how to identify the signs of alcohol overdose using "PUBS". You'll learn ways to engage students in alcohol and hazing education to increase student motivation to be active bystanders by monitoring impaired for signs of overdose, never leaving anyone alone to sleep it off, and intervening effectively when they are concerned about hazing. 

Exploring the Pain Points of Hazing Investigations

Presenters: Brett Welsh, The Ohio State University 

Location: TBD

Themes: Investigations and Accountability; Collaboration/Relationship Building; 

Priority Areas: Student Conduct; Student Organizations; Fraternity and Sorority Life (Campus); Fraternity and Sorority Life HQ/National Volunteers; General; Legal Councils; 

Program Abstract...

Investigating hazing can be difficult. From working with anonymous reporters to interviewing uncooperative witnesses, this session will provide open exploration around some of the "pain points" that plague organizational hazing cases. Let's work together using a guided conversation to identify common challenges we have faced during hazing investigations and share the best practices and creative solutions we have used to help navigate these challenges. 

Beyond Compliance: Building and Sustaining Task Force for Lasting Cultural Change

Presenters: Travis Apgar, Case Western University 

Location: TBD

Themes: Hazing Prevention Beyond Compliance, Interdisciplinary Prevention; 

Priority Areas: General; 

Program Abstract...

Preventing hazing requires more than rules - it demands leadership, coordination, and a proactive, campus-wide commitment to culture change. This session offers a comprehensive roadmap for establishing and sustaining an effective Anti-Hazing Task Force. Participants will explore how to engage diverse stakeholders, set clear and measurable goals, and create structures that ensure accountability and long-term success. Drawing from real-world examples and institutional case studies, the session will address legal considerations, evidence-based prevention strategies, and ways to embed anti-hazing principles into daily campus life. Attendees will leave equipped with practical tools and insights to launch or strengthen an Anti-Hazing Task Force that moves their campus from a place of reaction to one of prevention and resilience. 

Quiet Working Space

Location: Rosa Ailabouni Room, Third Floor

Purpose: We recognize that the semester is starting in just a few weeks. We have two spaces available to attendees who need some quiet working time or want to connect about important issues on campus or in your organization. 

Collaborative Working Space

Location: Suzanne M. Scharer Room, Third Floor

Purpose: We recognize that the semester is starting in just a few weeks. We have two spaces available to attendees who need some quiet working time or want to connect about important issues on campus or in your organization. 

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