For decades, hazing in athletics, band programs, and student organizations has posed a serious threat to student safety and institutional integrity. With the introduction of the Stop Campus Hazing Act, higher education professionals are facing new legal, procedural, and cultural challenges.

This whitepaper explores:

• The scope and impact of hazing across campuses

• Key provisions of the Stop Campus Hazing Act

• Implementation strategies for compliance in 2025 and beyond

• Practical guidance for policy development, training, and incident management

Whether you're in student affairs, campus safety, Title IX, or administration, this resource provides actionable insights to help you proactively address hazing at your institution.

About the authors and contributors:

This whitepaper was developed by nationally recognized experts in campus safety and Clery compliance, bringing decades of experience and insight to this critical issue:

• Elliot Cox, CCCO, Safety Analyst, Idaho State Board of Education

• Bill Lafferty, CCCO, Director of Federal Relations, National Association of Clery Compliance Officers and Professionals (NACCOP) and Director, Regulatory Compliance and Public Safety Services, D. Stafford & Associates

• Michael DeBowes, Ph.D., Director of Research & Strategic Initiatives, National Association of Clery Compliance Officers and Professionals (NACCOP) and Vice President, Regulatory Compliance and Strategic Initiatives, D. Stafford & Associates