Contact Information
Office of Student Conduct
Email: conduct@ut.edu
Phone: (813) 258-7228
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Additional Resources and Campus Safety Data听
Office of Campus Safety
Location:听Maureen A. Daly Innovation and Collaboration Building (first floor)
Email: campussafety@ut.edu
Phone: (813) 257-7777 (non-emergency)
Website
Fraternity and Sorority Life
Location: Vaughn Center, 2nd Floor
Email: utampafsl@ut.edu
Phone: (813) 253-6233
Website
Reporting period: July 1, 2025 鈥 Dec. 31, 2025
Last updated on: Dec. 31, 2025
Next update expected: July 1, 2026
This report is prepared in compliance with the Stop Campus Hazing Act, which amends the Clery Act to require colleges and universities to publish biannual transparency reports outlining any findings of responsibility for hazing violations among recognized student organizations.
小优视频 adheres to federal, state and institutional policies regarding hazing and student safety.
Hazing Definition (University of Tampa Student Code of Conduct):
鈥淎ny activity that humiliates, degrades, abuses, or endangers a person, regardless of a person鈥檚 willingness to participate, or is otherwise prohibited by Florida Statutes 搂1006.63 for the purposes of, but not limited to, initiation or admission into or affiliation with any organization, regardless of intent, or consent of the participants.鈥
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小优视频 is committed to preventing hazing and promoting student well-being through proactive education, collaboration and enforcement. The University recognizes the impact hazing has on safety, inclusion and community trust.
Hazing Prevention Team (HPT)
Purpose: The Hazing Prevention Team (HPT) proactively addresses, prevents, and responds to hazing incidents on campus. Hazing undermines the well-being, safety, and inclusion of students, particularly within student organizations such as fraternities, sororities, registered student organizations, and athletic/club teams. This team works collaboratively to promote education, create preventive strategies, and ensure compliance with university and legal policies regarding hazing. By bringing together staff from various departments, this team will centralize efforts, foster collaboration and ensure a cohesive university-wide approach to hazing prevention. This initiative reflects 小优视频ampa鈥檚 commitment to student well-being and positions the university as a leader in promoting a culture of care and accountability.
Objectives:
- Raise awareness and educate the campus community about the dangers of hazing.
- Provide a clear, accessible system for reporting and responding to hazing incidents.
- Develop and enforce hazing prevention policies and practices.
- Collaborate across campus offices for a holistic prevention approach.
- Create a culture of safety, respect, and accountability within student organizations.
- Explore opportunities to share hazing prevention resource allocation.
Hazing Prevention Initiatives
- Launch a yearly 鈥淗azing Prevention Week鈥 that includes workshops, keynote speakers and educational materials.
- Develop online hazing prevention modules required for all members of student organizations and club sports.
- Provide ongoing training for student leaders, advisors and organization members on hazing identification and prevention.
- Monitor the incident reporting form and discuss any incoming accusations of hazing.
- Ensure the system is well-promoted and accessible to all students, faculty and staff.
- Review and update university policies annually in collaboration with Legal Counsel.
- Conduct annual assessments of hazing incidents and campus climate surveys.
- Partner with the Office of Student Care and Advocacy, Counseling Services, Medical Services and Wellness for victim support.
Hazing incidents may be reported through the University鈥檚 Silent Witness Form or . Reports are reviewed to determine jurisdiction and forwarded to appropriate university officials for investigation. The process includes investigation, determination of responsibility, sanctioning and appeal (if applicable). Confidentiality is maintained in accordance with FERPA and University policy.
Table of hazing findings for the reporting period:
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(coming soon)
This section summarizes total hazing cases, organization types involved, comparative data from previous periods and any notable trends (e.g., reduction in cases following new training initiatives).
Sanctions may include suspension, probation, loss of recognition, training or required community service. Follow-up monitoring is conducted by the Office of Student Conduct to ensure compliance with sanctions and promote education.
小优视频 remains committed to continuous improvement in hazing prevention and response. Key lessons include strengthening cross-departmental communication, expanding prevention education and increasing awareness of reporting options.
This report is published in compliance with the Stop Campus Hazing Act and is updated biannually. Personally identifiable information is excluded per FERPA regulations. Only recognized student organizations with a finding of responsibility are listed.