HAZING POLICY All forms of hazing are prohibited at Dean College. Dean College defines hazing to include any activity expected of someone joining or participating in a group that humiliates, degrades, abuses or endangers the physical or mental health of a person regardless of the person’s willingness to participate. Students and community members are obligated to report hazing to the Director of Student Conduct & Community Standards, Campus Safety, Residence Life or Dean of Students if they witness such behavior. Dean College adheres to and enforces Massachusetts General Law Chapter 269, sections 17-19, which prohibit the practice of hazing. Students, student organizations, teams or groups who fail to comply with this policy and state law will be investigated and sanctioned through the Code of Student Conduct and face criminal charges. In compliance with Massachusetts state law, Dean College issues a copy of the Massachusetts anti-hazing statue to the leadership of every registered student organization and team. Any questions about the Dean College anti-hazing policy should be
Larger doses can result in unconsciousness, coma or death. Long-term consumption of large amounts of alcohol can also lead to permanent damage to vital organs such as the brain and the liver. Legal problems may also correspond with alcohol abuse, because alcohol is often a factor in criminal activity. Alcohol use can lead to physical dependence and addiction. A dependent alcohol user who suddenly stops using alcohol is likely to suffer withdrawal symptoms, including anxiety, tremors, hallucinations and convulsions. Alcohol withdrawal can be life- threatening. More information regarding the impact of alcohol use can be found on niaaa.nih.gov published by the National Institute of Health’s National Institute on Alcohol Abuse & Alcoholism. Programs and Resources for Drug and Alcohol Use Dean College Programs & Resources Dean provides alcohol and drug education programs that are open to the entire Dean community (students, faculty and administrative and support staff). These programs detail the legal, social and personal consequences related to the misuse of alcohol and other drugs. These programs are designed to enhance one’s decision-making skills and lead to healthier choices. Dean’s programs include seminars, written material, video resources, peer educators, individual and group counseling, and knowledgeable, professional speakers. Programs are developed and presented to the Dean community in residence halls, classrooms, athletic spaces and the Student Center. Further information can be obtained from the Director of Student Conduct & Community Standards, located in the Student Center in the Enrollment and Retention Suite or Health Services and the Counseling Center, which are located in Chapman House. Dean College employs professionally trained counselors in Counseling Services Office located in Chapman House. Students who have problems associated with alcohol use are encouraged to utilize Counseling Services as the counselors are trained in responding to and providing support for substance related concerns. Community Resources A comprehensive listing of community resources, programs and services is also available in Health Services & Counseling Services, which are both located in Chapman House. These resources include: National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information – 1 (800) 729–6686 (or visit the website at samhsa.gov ). National Institute on Drug Abuse Referral Line – 1 (800) 662–HELP (or visit the website at nida.nih.gov ) Massachusetts Alcoholics Anonymous – (617) 426–9444 Al-Anon – (888) 425–2666 Narcotics Anonymous – (866) 624–3578
directed to the Director of Student Conduct & Community Standards. Prohibited conduct may include but is not limited to the following:
1. Behavior that emphasizes a power imbalance between members of an organization, group or team. This form of hazing involves activities or attitudes that breach reasonable standards of mutual respect and includes ridicule, embarrassment, humiliation or demeaning tactics. 2. Behavior that causes physiological or physical discomfort and/or harm connected to participation in an organization, team or group. Some strategies to tell if an activity is hazing 1. A selected group is singled out for ritual or new member initiation. 2. Photos or videos were taken that you would not share with your parents, coach, professors or athletic director due to their nature. 3. The activity is humiliating, demeaning, intimidating, exhausting, results in physical or emotional harm, or endangers the health or safety of any person whether on or off campus. Massachusetts State Law The Massachusetts anti-hazing law, M.G.L c. 269, Section 17-19, is as follows: Section 17: a) Whoever is a principal organizer or participant in the crime of hazing, as defined herein, shall be punished by a fine of not more than three thousand dollars or by imprisonment in a house of correction for not more than one year, or both such fine and imprisonment.
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