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Although awareness has been raised on the issue of hazing, it is still a huge problem in America, and is most prevalent on college campuses. While it may seem obvious to most that hazing is dangerous and not worth the risk, college students said otherwise when interviewed. Some common reasons for hazing are:

Most people associate hazing to be only within fraternities and sororities, when it is actually prominent among many more student groups, most common in varsity sport teams. Many incidents of hazing include physical assaults, scarification, sleep deprivation, and servile labor to name a few.

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Im afraid Ill be an outsider

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Its not a big deal Its my choice Its normal

I didnt know where to report it

Understand what hazing is and be able to recognize it

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Take responsibility when you see hazing happening by reporting it immediately

Make others aware of what hazing is and their responsibility for preventing it

I dont want to get the team in trouble

Negative consequences from my team members

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How YOU can make a difference

Although there are many hazing prevention programs on college campuses, the reality is that hazing is still a prominent practice among many students. Over half of all students involved in organizations experience hazing. The good news is, with the tips listed above, you can help be a part of the movement against hazing! For more information on how you can get involved, go to www.stophazing.org.

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Tiffany Wheeler

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. SMAD 332 . Fall 2012