Hazing Study News

Research themes report now available

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 11:36:06

Following the Novak Institute for Hazing Prevention, held June 10-12 2010, a research themes report is now available.

The report is six pages of research findings, grouped by theme. View and download the Novak Institute for Hazing Prevention research themes report (PDF, 185k).

National Hazing Symposium at the University of Maine October 1 & 2, 2009

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 09:23:49

The National Hazing Symposium is designed to offer a day-long examination of research, theories and practical implications for addressing the problem of hazing. This year's program will be a bit different from the past. While anyone is welcome to attend the program and participate, particular focus will be placed on bringing together experts for in-depth discussions surrounding the issue of hazing.

National study findings released

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:46:00

Dr. Elizabeth Allan and Dr. Mary Madden have just released the findings of their groundbreaking study on hazing across college campuses and student groups.

Ten initial findings are described in the report, Hazing in View: College Students at Risk and include:

More than half of college students involved in clubs, teams, and organizations experience hazing.
Nearly half (47%) of students have experienced hazing prior to coming to college.
Alcohol consumption, humiliation, isolation, sleep- deprivation, and sex acts are hazing practices common across student groups.

Download the full report.

Elizabeth Allan and Mary Madden at NCAA Hazing Summit

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 15:11:00

Hazing experts take center stage on the opening day of the National Collegiate Athletic Association's convention, in Nashville, with a panel of academic leaders scheduled to discuss growing fears that college administrators could be held liable for hazing incidents.

Read the complete Chronicle article.