National Hazing Prevention Week


National Hazing Prevention and Awareness Week takes place during the third week of September. UCF sponsors various events, workshops and educational sessions to help students understand the impact of hazing, including the short-term and long-term consequences associated with participation in these activities.

Monday (9/21)

Signature Program: “Know Their Stories”

Learn more about the stories of how hazing has impacted the lives of students involved in athletics, band, fraternities and sororities, ROTC, and other student groups at institutions around the country.

Time and Location: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.; Student Union Atrium

Tuesday (9/22)

Coffee for a Cause

What happens when “tradition” crosses the line? Learn about the resources that can help you speak up and keep yourself and others safe. Free coffee will be available while supplies last.

Time and Location: 9–11 a.m.; Reflection Pond

Belonging in Action

RSO and chapter leaders, band section leaders, and team captains: Get a 15–20-minute team-building activity you can use at a meeting that will help you create meaningful connections and a sense of belonging without causing harm.

Time and Location: Online access through QR code.

Wednesday (9/23)

Cultivating a Culture of Healthy Belonging

Explore how traditions can create connection without causing harm and discover how you can help build welcoming communities at UCF.

Time and Location: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.; Student Union Atrium

Thursday (9/24)

Knights Do-nut Haze

Sponsored by: Greek Council and the Diversified Greek Council

Grab a donut, sign the pledge, and connect with fellow Knights about how we build belonging, recognize when something feels off, and respond when someone may need help. Donuts will be available while supplies last.

Time and Location: 11 a.m.–2 p.m.; Reflection Pond

You Don’t Have to Earn Belonging: Changing the Culture of Hazing

Keynote Speaker: Dr. Syreeta N. Greene

Sponsored by: The Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life

Time and Location: 7 p.m.; Cape Florida Ballroom, Student Union

Target Audience: Students

Friday (9/25)

Pastries with Police

Sponsored by: The Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life

Dialogue session with Dr. Syreeta N. Greene.

Time and Location: 10:30 a.m.; TBD

Belonging by Design: Using BEAM to Recognize and Prevent Hazing

Development Session Speaker: Dr. Syreeta N. Greene

Sponsored by: The Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life and the Student Success and Well-Being BEAMing Staff Collective

Time and Location: 1 p.m.; Garden Key, Room 221, Student Union

Target Audience: Faculty and Staff