Hazing Prevention
Federal:
Stop Campus Hazing Act
State:
NM Senate
Local (NMJC Policy):
Student Code of Conduct
Hazing Prevention
NMJC Hazing Policy:
Any form or participation in hazing is prohibited at NMJC and should be reported to the
Dean of Students as a violation of the Student Code of Conduct. Hazing is defined as an
act that endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student, or that destroys
or removes public or private property, for the purpose of initiation, admission into,
affiliation with, or as a condition for continued membership in a group or organization.
Participation or cooperation by the person(s) being hazed does not excuse the violation.
Failing to intervene, having firsthand knowledge of the planning of hazing or of its
occurrence and failing to report it to college authorities is a violation of this policy.
What is Hazing?
Hazing is any act that endangers a student's mental or physical health or safety, or that damages or steals public or private property, when done for the purpose of:
- Initiation into a group or organization.
- Admission into, affiliation with, or continued membership in a group or organization.
Important: A person's participation or consent does not excuse the violation. Failing to intervene or report an act of hazing may also violate this policy.
Different Levels of Hazing:
Intimidation Hazing: This category includes behaviors that focus on the power imbalance between members. Examples of Intimidation Hazing behaviors include:- Name-calling.
- Any form of demerits or arbitrary punishments.
- Assigning duties solely to new members.
- Verbal abuse or ridicule.
- Forcing new members or rookies to perform personal service for older members (e.g., driving, cleaning, running errands).
- Any form of questioning under pressure or in an intentionally uncomfortable, hostile, or intimidating environment.
Violence Hazing: This offense includes the intend to cause significant physical, emotional, or psychological harm. Examples of Violence Hazing behaviors include:
- Forced alcohol consumption or forced use of illegal drugs.
- Sexual violation or abuse in any form.
- Assault (hitting, striking, paddling, or any action causing physical injury)
Keys to Reporting:
- If you believe you have witnessed or been a victim of hazing, you have the right to report it to New Mexico Junior College. You can use the online Hazing Incident Report or contact the Dean of Students office directly.
- Information to Include:
| What Happened? | A clear description of the hazing incident. |
| Who Was Involved? | The names of the students and/or the official name of the organization(s) involved. |
| When & Where? | The date, time, and exact location where the hazing occurred. |
| Is it Still Happening? | Let us know if the hazing is ongoing or if future incidents are scheduled. |
- You will be able to directly upload any supporting documents, such as text messages, social media posts, or videos, with your report. Once submitted, a member of the Hazing Prevention and Response Team may contact you directly to follow up and gather any additional information needed for the investigation.
For more information on the risks, prevention strategies, and data related to hazing,
please visit the non-profit organization Stop Hazing at: stophazing.org
