Seton Hill University is committed to providing a safe environment to live, work and learn.

Hazing  - defined as “[a]ny action or situation which recklessly or intentionally endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student; this could be for the purpose of initiation or admission into or affiliation with, or as a condition for continued membership in, any organization operating under the sanction of or recognized as an organization by an institution of higher education" - is a violation of Federal law, Pennsylvania State law and University policy. Hazing in any form is prohibited in any University-related activity.

What Constitutes Hazing?

Hazing includes any actions which recklessly or intentionally endangers mental or physical health or involves the forced consumption of liquor or drugs for the purpose of initiation into or affiliation with any organization. This can include brutality of a physical, mental or sexual nature, or any other activity that creates a reasonable likelihood of bodily injury to the student.

University Response

IF THIS IS AN EMERGENCY DIAL 911.

If it is discovered that an act or an attempted act of hazing has happened, either on campus or in connection with a campus-related activity, against an individual, a group of students, or a Seton Hill staff member, a report should be filed immediately and submitted to the Dean of Students or Campus Police. Reports, which will be considered confidential, can either made by phone, email, in person, or through the online form below. Reports may be submitted anonymously.

Report Hazing Here

The Dean of Students and the University’s Conduct Officer will call for an official formal meeting on campus with all involved parties, witnesses, organizational leaders, along with campus police to establish and launch a full investigation into report allegations.

Sanctions

In accordance with Pennsylvania law, the penalty for student or employee violators could be the imposition of fines, expulsion, suspension, dismissal, the withholding of diplomas or transcripts pending compliance with the rules or payment of fines, or other appropriate disciplinary action. In the case of any organization authorizing such conduct, violation may result in the revocation of permission to operate on campus. In addition to violating the Seton Hill University student code of conduct, there may also be potential criminal consequences pursuant to Pennsylvania or federal law.

Campus Transparency Report

The Campus Transparency Report is published in accordance with Pennsylvania’s Timothy J. Piazza Antihazing Law and the federal Stop Campus Hazing Act. This report provides information about incidents of hazing or related misconduct involving recognized student organizations, including investigation outcomes and sanctions. The report is updated biannually to provide the most current findings, reinforcing our dedication to transparency and fostering a campus culture built on respect and responsibility.

• Campus Hazing Transparency Report

Additional Resources

• University Antihazing Policy
• Annual Fire Safety and Security Report
• Campus Police
• Seton Hill University Counseling Services
• Seton Hill University Health Services
• Harassment-Free Community and Title IX