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The University of Arizona Hazing Prevention Coalition exists to unite the entire Wildcat community, including students, families, faculty, staff, and campus partners, to prevent hazing through education, awareness, advocacy, and shared responsibility. Together, we strive to create a safe, more inclusive campus where every student’s experience is rooted in respect, support, and authentic connection. 

Our Values

INTEGRITY

COMPASSION

INCLUSION

History

The University of Arizona’s commitment to hazing prevention began in 2012 when campus leaders joined the Hazing Prevention Consortium, a national prevention and research  initiative from the University of Maine’s National Collaborative for Hazing Research and Prevention. With support from partners across the university, funding was secured to participate in the consortium and strengthen the university’s approach to hazing prevention.  

Based on recommendations from consortium researchers, the University of Arizona established the Hazing Prevention Coalition in January 2013 to bring together campus partners committed to preventing hazing through education, collaboration, and culture change. Since its inception, the coalition has included representatives from Fraternity & Sorority Programs, Housing & Residential Life, Campus Health, Club Sports, the Associated Students of the University of Arizona (ASUA), Athletics, Parent & Family Programs, Student Affairs, Eller College of Business, the University of Arizona Police Department (UAPD), and other University departments.  

In 2021, as students returned to campus and organizations resumed in-person activities following the COVID-19 pandemic, the University of Arizona renewed its participation in the Hazing Prevention Consortium and revitalized the Hazing Prevention Coalition. This renewed commitment expanded campus-wide prevention efforts and strengthened collaboration across the university. As state and federal hazing prevention legislation, including Jack’s Law and the Stop Campus Hazing Act, reinforced the importance of comprehensive hazing education and transparency, the coalition further enhanced its prevention initiatives. Today, the coalition brings together representatives from across the university to advance a shared commitment to hazing prevention by developing educational resources and trainings the equip every Wildcat and University of Arizona employee with the knowledge, skills, and tools to recognize, prevent, and report hazing. Together we are fostering a safer, more inclusive Wildcat community where every student can learn, lead, and belong.