
Anti-Hazing Resources for Students
For more anti-hazing resources for student organizations, please visit our Resources for Student Organizations page.
Is My Friend Being Hazed?
There are common signs that indicate someone may be experiencing hazing.
- Is my friend intoxicated more frequently, especially for prolonged periods of time or at odd hours of the day or night?
- Is my friend disappearing in unexplained ways throughout the day or week, or perhaps for an unplanned weekend trip?
- Is my friend obviously fatigued?
- Does my friend have new bruises, marks, cuts, or other injuries appearing all at once or in close succession?
- Is my friend dressing in a way that is inappropriate or out of the ordinary?
- Does my friend have new tattoos, body piercings, or shavings that match other members of the group or team?
- Is my friend hanging out with close friends less often, or constantly making excuses for being busy?
- Has my friend lost excitement, interest, or enthusiasm for academics, a sport, or other activities they usually enjoy?
- Is my friend missing class in a consistent and unexplained way?
- Is there a veil of secrecy? They "aren't allowed" to discuss what is taking place.
What Can I Do?
If you believe a friend is being hazed…
- Consider approaching them in a non-confrontational way to show your care and concern.
- If they are experiencing distress, consider encouraging them to talk with someone at Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS).
- If the behaviors continue, report your concerns anonymously, or to your Dean of Students or another member of the Student Services team below.
- Hazing is a problem with long-term consequences. If a roommate, friend, or another student is being hazed, don’t take the risk of doing nothing.
Hazing Prevention Resources:
On-Campus Contacts
- Karen Van Norman – Associate VP & DOS – (973) 761-9076
- Nicole Giglia Ph.D. – Associate DOS – ( 973) 761-9076
- Winston Roberts – Assistant VP Student Services – (973) 761-9077
- Kira Casas-Puente – Assistant Director (Fraternity & Sorority Life) – (973) 313-6062
- Jasmine Drew – Assistant Director (Clubs & Organizations) - (973) 275-3774
- Tatum Colitz - Deputy AD for Compliance & Student-Athlete Development – (973) 761-9494
- Public Safety & Security – (973) 761-9300
External Resources:
Reporting Hazing
For additional information on how to report hazing, please review our Anti-Hazing Policy.