Fraternities & Sororities
Â鶹´«Ã½ Fraternity & Sorority Life Hazing Policy Compliance Statement
As a new member or member of a fraternity/sorority, you should always be aware of the regulations governing the conduct of all student organizations at Â鶹´«Ã½. All students and student organizations at Â鶹´«Ã½ must abide by the rules and laws pertaining to hazing as stated in the Â鶹´«Ã½ Student Handbook. Specifically, NU students must familiarize themselves with the section titled “Hazing,” within the Â鶹´«Ã½ Student Handbook as well as the State of Illinois Hazing Act 720 ILCS § 120/5 & 10.
As a new member, signing this policy compliance statement acknowledges and verifies that you have been informed of your obligations and expectations of Â鶹´«Ã½ and the Department of Fraternity & Sorority Life. Furthermore, you understand it is your responsibility to read and understand the NU Student Handbook, Illinois Hazing Act and recognize that you have an obligation to report any violation of these rules and policies to the Department of Fraternity & Sorority Life or proper authorities.
Goals & Non-Goals of Hazing in New Member Education
| Hazing Does Not Achieve | Hazing Does Create |
|---|---|
| Discipline | Distrust and anger |
| Bonding or togetherness | A power trip for the perpetrator |
| Group strength | Humiliation |
| Respect for members | Abuse |
| Better performance in any activity | Victimization |
| Injuries and sometimes even death |
SOURCE: [adapted from] Farnham, Audio Conference, 2006
Common Hazing Excuses
"It's tradition"
"No one will get hurt"
"It's funny - what's the problem?"
"They like it; they said it was okay"
"It's okay if they don't complain"
"It helps build team cohesiveness and unity"
"I went through it, it's a rite of passage"
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