At UCF, we are committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for our students, faculty and staff. In support of that vision, UCF wants to ensure all students are a part of a thriving learning community that values the tenets of the UCF Creed– Integrity, Scholarship, Community, Creativity, and Excellence. These five core values should be used as a guide for our conduct, performance, and decisions.
As we safeguard a setting of academic excellence and pursuits, UCF does not condone hazing in any form. Hazing is an abuse of power and relationships, and its purpose is to demean and humiliate others. Hazing has no place at the University of Central Florida and any acts of hazing by any UCF student or student group, club, sports or athletic team, fraternity, sorority, and/or any organization will not be tolerated.
The University will fully investigate all allegations of hazing. Any organization or individual found responsible for hazing will be subject to sanctions, which may include, but not limited to imposition of fines, probation, suspension or removal from UCF. It is also important to remember hazing is a felony in Florida and it may result in criminal charges.
UCF succeeds only when we all participate in setting and adhering to the highest standards of ethical behavior and leadership. In doing so, we ensure the UCF community remains a vigorous center for intellectual engagement and growth. Therefore, it is strongly encouraged every member of our community think carefully about how our actions affect others and how they either protect or diminish our values as a community.
Let’s continue to make UCF a welcoming environment for all who have the honor of being a Knight. GO Knights! Charge ON!