Bucknell University Athletics
Hazing
9/6/2004 8:00:00 AM | General
Sept. 6, 2004
In keeping with University policy and in support of the Statement of Student Responsibility, the Department of Athletics endorses the following policy regarding hazing of fellow students and student-athletes. In recognition of the dignity of every individual, any activities which could be regarded in any manner as "hazing" will absolutely not be tolerated on any varsity athletic teams at Bucknell University, either during actual team activities in the pre-season or at any time during the academic year. Such activities might include: Any type of personally dehumanizing act, any and all alcohol-related activities in which any person is encouraged or forced to use alcohol against his or her will, or any act that might cause personal embarrassment to the participants. This policy relates to the interaction of all students regardless of class year. For the purpose of this definition, any activity as described in this statement upon which the initiation or admission into or affiliation with or continued membership in an organization is directly or indirectly conditioned shall be presumed to be "forced" activity, the willingness of an individual to participate in such activity notwithstanding. Should any student-athletes not comply with this policy and, should the person and/or group be found guilty of hazing activities, the varsity season in that particular sport may be canceled immediately. The review of these matters will be a function of the offices of the Dean of Students and the Director of Athletics. Violations of University policy will follow the University Judicial System if official University charges are brought against any student-athlete. Should an internal (Team) policy infraction occur, the head coach of that sport and the Athletic Director shall impose disciplinary actions which may include suspension from the squad. Therefore, it is imperative that each student-athlete fully understand team, University, local and state policies and regulations.
