Hazing Prevention

Buckeyes Against Hazing

National Hazing Prevention Week is officially held from September 23 - 27, where many universities across the country including Ohio State raise awareness and increase education about hazing. Our objective is to educate, empower and stand up against hazing in all forms to promote a positive change in our college community. 

Campus Events

Monday, September 23 - Leave No Trace of Hazing | Location: South Oval/Oval | Time: 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

  • We encourage students to use sidewalk chalk to create anti-hazing slogans and messages on walkways around campus. This is to create a visually impactful and interactive display that fosters campus-wide awareness about the dangers of hazing, encourages dialogue, and reinforces a culture of respect and inclusivity. You can use messages such as Buckeyes Against Hazing, Hazing Has No Home Here, Together Against Hazing, Empower with Kindness, Your Org Name Against Hazing, etc. Students and student organizations can participate anytime from 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

  • Student Organizations who participate in this event will be entered in a drawing for a $250 member development grant. For entry, you must take a picture of the messages or slogan with your organization name when chalking and send it to lindsey.274@osu.edu. Remember their policies regarding chalking on campus. To review those policies, CLICK HERE. 

  • There will a table set-up on the West Plaza of the Ohio Union to grab chalk and other necessities.

Tuesday, September 24 - No Pressure, No Hazing | Location: South Oval/Oval | Time: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

  • We're giving away designed tote bags and promo items around campus to promote a safe and supportive campus environment. Each tote bag comes filled with resources and information on hazing prevention, along with a stress ball to remind students to stay calm and resilient in the face of peer pressure. Join us in taking a stand against hazing. Individuals who participate in giving away tote bags will receive a Buckeyes Against Hazing t-shirt to wear during this event. If you would like to participate in giving away tote bags, please fill out this form. You can participate anytime from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 

  • Student organizations who participate in this event will be entered in a drawing for a $250 member development grant. For entry, you must participate in giving away tote bags.

  • There will be a table set-up on the West Plaza of the Ohio Union to check-in. Open to all students & faculty/staff to participate. 

Tuesday, September 24 - Empowering Voices: Leadership Techniques to Address and Prevent Hazing | Location: Virtual | Time: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

  • The objective of this workshop is to educate student organization leaders and empower those participants to recognize, prevent, and respond to hazing activities. Highly encouraged for primary/secondary leaders, member recruitment chairs, risk managers, wellness chairs, etc. Open to all members of student organizations. Register for this Zoom event. 

Wednesday, September 25 - OUAB Flicks for Free: Princess Mononoke | Location: Ohio Union U.S. Bank Conference Theatre | Time: 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

  • Join OUAB for a free screening of Princess Mononoke. This is a great opportunity to create a sense of community and solidarity among participants. 

Wednesday, September 25 - Grad/Prof Quiz Night | Location: Woody's Tavern (Ohio Union 1st Floor) | Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. 

  • Join us as grad/prof student get together for a night of trivia and fun! Pre-arranged and impromptu-created teams compete in a night of trivia. Prizes are awarded to the top team of the evening. Check in begins at 5:30 p.m. First question begins at 6:00 p.m.

  • All teams must register for each quiz. Please visit ouab.osu.edu/grad-prof/socialengagement-programs/quiz-night for more information on how to register. Teams may include up to 50% non-student guests. Due to overwhelming popularity, registration the day of the event may not be available. Check out the website for fuller details. The registration period for a quiz night begins at the conclusion of the previous quiz night.

  • Please send registration information to OUABgradprof@osu.edu

Thursday, September 26 - Advisor Training + Collin's Law Training | Location: Virtual | Time: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. 

  • Advisor Training during National Hazing Prevention Week is to equip advisors with knowledge, skills, and resources necessary to effectively support student organizations in identifying, preventing, and responding to hazing behaviors. The training aims to enhance advisors' understanding of hazing dynamics, legal responsibilities, and best practices for fostering a safe and inclusive campus environment. Attendance at this session will count for the Advisor Training requirement of the annual student organization registration process. This session will also count for the mandatory Collin's Law Anti-Hazing Training. Registration at this link.  

Banner Signing

Wednesday, September 25 - Buckeyes Against Hazing Banner | Location: Recreation and Physical Activity Center Amphitheatre/Lower Main Space | Time: 12:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Thursday, September 26 - Buckeyes Against Hazing Banner | Location: Ohio Union Great Hall | Time: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

  • As part of The Ohio State University commitment to promoting a safe and healthy campus environment, stop by either date and take a pledge against hazing. Treats will be provided.