If you have been hazed, have witnessed hazing,
or suspect that someone you know has been hazed, you
can report your observations confidentially via this
website or by phone to University officials.
Hazing is a violation of the University at Albany’s
Community Rights & Responsibilities (pdf)
and all reports of hazing are taken seriously. Individual members
and the organization’s leadership may be interviewed during
the course of our investigation but your identity will not be
disclosed to the individuals or groups in question unless we
receive your permission to be identified.
The University at Albany’s ability to
investigate reports and enforce University policy depends on
the accuracy and specificity of the information provided. You
are encouraged to provide as much specific detail as
possible so that action can be taken to address the
reported behavior if appropriate.
Please note that while we will respect
your confidentiality it is difficult to verify a report of hazing
without some form of contact with the individual(s) reporting
the incident(s). In addition, reports involving hazing
allegations in which no further evidence is provided and without
the person who is making the allegation coming forward as a
witness often cannot be pursued in the University judicial system
unless there are other identifiable witnesses who are willing
to provide first-hand knowledge of the incident.
If you wish to speak to someone directly, please
contact the Office of Student Involvement & Leadership at 518-442-5566.
If you feel the situation requires
immediate attention and/or an individual’s safety is at
risk, please contact the University Police Department at
518-442-3131.
