The University of Rhode Island is committed to cultivating a safe, respectful, and inclusive community where all students can thrive. Hazing, in any form, is strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Hazing is a crime in the state of Rhode Island. Hazing in any form is prohibited at the University of Rhode Island in accordance with this policy<\/a> and the University\u2019s Standards of Conduct. The University is committed to maintaining a safe and inclusive community where students can engage in academic, extracurricular, and social activities free from hazing. No university student, employee, nor student organization shall engage in, participate in, condone, or permit hazing activities. This prohibition applies to on-campus, off-campus, and virtual activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Hazing is defined as any intentional, knowing, or reckless act committed by a person, whether individually or in concert with others, against another person or persons (regardless of their willingness to participate) that (1) is undertaken in the course of initiation into, affiliation with, or maintenance of membership in a student organization; and (2) causes or creates a risk (beyond the reasonable risks inherent in participation in the institution or the organization) of physical or psychological injury. Hazing may occur on or off campus, in person, or in virtual settings. The perception of the individual subjected to hazing does not determine whether an act constitutes hazing. Additionally, an individual\u2019s failure to object or apparent willingness to participate does not negate the fact that hazing has occurred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Activities prohibited by this policy include, but are not limited to, committing, causing, coercing, or otherwise inducing any of the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Anyone aware of hazing is required to report it. You may:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Anonymous reports are accepted. Retaliation against reporters is prohibited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The university personnel will complete a summary report including the initial allegation and an outline of the investigation process. Reports are reviewed by the Dean of Students and relevant authorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Typically, the report will be completed within thirty (30) business days of the allegation being received, and a copy of this report will be submitted to the designated Student Affairs Staff member.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Investigations may be preceded by interim actions, including<\/p>\n\n\n\n URI offers mandatory training and proactive prevention strategies, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Annual hazing data (starting in 2026) and a Campus Hazing Transparency Report (beginning December 2025) will be published to ensure accountability and compliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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