The University of Texas at Austin is committed to eliminating hazing through research, education, and early intervention. These initiatives represent the ongoing effort to make lasting change through innovation.
Hazing Prevention and Education Committee
The Hazing Prevention and Education Committee is made up of students, staff, faculty and community members working to change attitudes and behavior to end hazing on our campus by teaching skills and tools to prevent hazing and promote positive behavior change.
On-Campus Programming
Hazing prevention on-campus programming occurs throughout the year to support students with the skills to prevent, recognize, and respond to hazing.
National Hazing Prevention Week is an annual fall event series that will be held from September 22-26, 2025. It promotes hazing awareness, community building opportunities, and resources to promote positive organizational culture. Visit here for event details and RSVP instructions.
Alternatives to Hazing Week is an annual spring event series that provide opportunities for organizations to create strong group bonds and foster a sense of belonging without resorting to harmful practices. These alternatives can include activities that promote unity, teamwork, leadership development, and a deeper understanding of the group's history and values.
Horns Against Hazing Workshop Series provides an overview of hazing behaviors and environmental factors, bystander intervention, impacts of hazing, and reporting. Additionally, students can request workshops and consultations anytime for their organization.
Safety Education Program
The peer-led Safety Education Program is a state-mandated annual training required for all student organizations. The program covers health and safety topics for student organizations, including how to identify hazing and how to report.
Horns Against Hazing Student Advisory Council
The Student Advisory council encompasses staff-nominated students who are leaders in their communities and organizations. The council focuses on bringing student perspectives around hazing prevention and response initiatives on campus.
Outreach Initiative
The Outreach Initiative provides support and education to families, incoming students, alumni, and community members. Educational initiatives are focused on raising awareness and shifting the culture of hazing. This program is made possible by generous donor support.
Nine Dimensions of Successful Student Organizations Pilot Program
The Nine Dimensions of Successful Student Organizations Pilot Program is designed to help student organizations reduce potential high-risk behavior by reinforcing positive organizational culture. The comprehensive curriculum is based on nine dimensions, one of which is centered on anti-hazing culture. The objective of the program is to give student organizations tools and resources to self-identify core values and goals to build successful membership, operations, and programs.
Hazing Prevention Consortium
The University of Texas at Austin was a member of the Hazing Prevention Consortium led by StopHazing.org from 2018-2020. The Hazing Prevention Consortium supports member campuses over a three-year period to develop evidence-based practices for hazing prevention.