Ohio State Statement of Policy
As part of Ohio State's ongoing commitment to student safety and well-being, an anti-hazing policy was implemented on January 9, 2023. This policy outlines the university's expectations, reporting procedures, and consequences related to hazing. The policy is designed to promote a culture of respect, accountability, and community care across campus. For more information about Ohio State's Anti-Hazing Policy, including how to report concerns and access resources, please visit go.osu.edu/anti-hazing-policy.
How can I report hazing?
Students are required to report any known or suspected hazing incidents to the university by submitting a Hazing Incident Report. This obligation is mandated by the Code of Student Conduct, which prohibits hazing and includes the failure to intervene, prevent, or report such acts. To report hazing, go to: go.osu.edu/reporthazing
Under Collin's Law, any administrator, employee, faculty, teacher, consultant, alumnus, or volunteer acting in an official and professional capacity must immediately report knowledge of hazing to law enforcement. For hazing on the Columbus campus, call Ohio State University Police Department (OSUPD) at 614-292-2121. In an emergency, dial 9-1-1 immediately. For hazing off campus or on a regional campus, contact local law enforcement. In an emergency, dial 9-1-1. Additionally, these individuals are required to report hazing to the university. To report hazing to the university, go to: go.osu.edu/reporthazing.
What process does the university use to investigate hazing incidents?
As found in the university's anti-hazing policy.
An investigation process related to the reported hazing will be completed by the appropriate university office(s) in accordance with their applicable procedures. Based upon the involved parties and the nature of the allegations, these offices may include, but not limited to, Student Conduct within the Office of Student Life, the Office of Human Resources, the Civil Rights Compliance Office, and University Police.
Alleged violations of this policy will be adjudicated under applicable policies and rules, including the Code of Student Conduct for alleged violations by students.
What are the applicable local, state and tribal laws on hazing?
Collin's Law: The Ohio Anti-Hazing Act, effective October 7, 2021, makes acts of hazing a second-degree misdemeanor and acts of hazing that include coerced consumption of alcohol or drugs or abuse that result in serious physical harm a felony of the third degree. Collin's Law also requires reporting to law enforcement and prevention education offered from the university to students, employees and advisors. For more information, go to: go.osu.edu/stophazing.
The Stop Campus Hazing Act was signed into law on December 23, 2024. It is a federal law designed to improve transparency, prevention, and response to hazing on college campuses across the United States. It builds on the Clery Act by requiring institutions to report hazing incidents and educate students on prevention strategies. For more information on The Stop Campus Hazing Act, please visit clerycenter.org.
What are the university's prevention programs and efforts?
The university provides multiple anti-hazing education and prevention programming.
In compliance with Collin's Law, all students must complete an online training module before joining a student organization. Additionally, employees serving as advisors, consultants, coaches or volunteers for student organizations or groups, must also complete the Collin's Law training module. Collin's Law training is available to all students, staff and faculty in BuckeyeLearn.
The university offers additional engagement opportunities for students, faculty and staff, and advisors and other volunteers. These programs teach participants how to recognize, prevent, and respond to hazing and other forms of group-related risk. To participate, visit go.osu.edu/stophazing, where you can find upcoming events, request a workshop, or connect with staff.