Hazing Notice and Training
Required Notice:
Hazing
Sam Houston State University is committed to providing a safe educational environment for everyone and does not tolerate hazing by any group or individual affiliated with the university. The university expects all students and organizations to observe and fully comply with state law and university policies associated with the prohibition of hazing.
Hazing is prohibited under federal law, state law, and university policy. The university will take disciplinary action for hazing that takes place during official university functions, or during functions held by registered or sponsored student organizations. The university will also take disciplinary action for hazing incidents that have a substantial connection to the interests of the university, wherever they occur.
In accordance with state and federal law, this required notification is to inform students in their choice to join student organizations, Sam Houston State University publishes and distributes this report of hazing committed on or off campus by an organization registered with or recognized by the institution during the three years preceding the date of this report.
Additional Information:
Federal Law
State Law
- Texas Education Code, Higher Education, Hazing (Section 51.936)
- Texas Education Code, Chapter 37, Subchapter F. Hazing
University Policies
To report hazing allegations, you may complete the Incident Reporting Form or contact the Dean of Students’ Office at doso@shsu.edu or 936-294-1785.