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Anti‑Hazing Information and ReportingÌý

ºÃÉ«ÏÈÉú, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) prohibits hazing in all forms. Hazing undermines student safety, dignity, and belonging. It is a violation of university policy and may also violate California law.ÌýÌý

This webpage serves as the university’s official repository of informationÌýregardingÌýhazing in compliance with CSU systemwide policy and California law.

DEFINITION OF HAZINGÌý

Under Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations § 41301(b)(8) and California Penal Code § 245.6, hazing is defined as:Ìý

Any method of initiation or pre-initiation into a student organization or student body, whether or not the organization is officially recognized, that is likely to cause physical harm, personal degradation, or disgrace resulting in physical or mental harm to a former, current, or prospective student.ÌýHazing includes any intentional, knowing, or reckless act,Ìýwhether or notÌýthe individual agrees toÌýparticipate,Ìýthat causes or creates a risk of physical or psychological harm in connection with initiation, affiliation, or membership in an organization.ÌýConsent is not a defense. A student’s willingness toÌýparticipateÌýdoes not excuse prohibited conduct.ÌýHazing does not include customary athletic events or other university-sanctioned activities.ÌýÌý

EXAMPLES OF PROHIBITED CONDUCTÌý

Examples include, but are not limited to:Ìý

• Physical harm (beating, striking, branding, shocking, exposure to harmful substances)
• Forced exhaustion (sleep deprivation, extreme exercise, confinement, exposure to elements)
• Forced consumption (food, alcohol, drugs, or other substances)
• Sexual acts or coercion
• Threats, intimidation, humiliation, or criminal activity

APPLICABILITY

The CSU systemwide Anti-Hazing Policy applies to:

• All CSUDH students
• All student organizations, whether recognized or unrecognized
• Any affiliated organizationÌýoperatingÌýunder university recognition, sponsorship, oversight, funding, facilities, or name

This includes fraternities, sororities, club sports, student clubs, and other registered organizations.

INSTITUTIONAL DUTY TO ACT

CSUDH will take prompt and appropriate action when it knows or reasonably should know of hazing activity involving a campus-affiliated organization.
The university’s duty may be triggered by:

• Reports or complaints
• Anonymous submissions
• Prior incidents or patterns of behavior
• Information received through employees or campus partners

Failure of an organization or individual to cooperate in an investigation may result in interim or permanent sanctions.

HOW TO REPORT HAZING

Please note that reports of hazing may be made at any time.Ìý

For Emergency or criminal conduct, please University Police at 310-243-3639.Ìý

For student conduct matters, please contact the Office of Community Standards:

Website: /student-conduct/

Email: dh_conduct@csudh.edu

Phone: 310-243-3784Ìý

Reports may be submitted anonymously. Anonymous reports will be reviewed to the extent possible based on the information provided.
University employees who become aware of hazing incidents involving students are required to report that information to the university.

ENFORCEMENT AND INVESTIGATION PROCEDURES

Allegations of hazing involving students or student organizations are addressed under:

1. CSU Student Conduct Procedures (Executive Order 1098, as revised)
2. Applicable CSUDH policies

Upon receipt of a report, the university will:

1. Assess the information received
2. Implement interim safety measures if necessary
3. Initiate an investigation when appropriate

Investigations may include interviews, document review, coordination with University Police, and other fact-finding measures. The standard of proof in student conduct proceedings is preponderance of the evidence. The Office of Community Standards is responsible for reviewing and resolving student and student organization conduct matters involving hazing, in coordination with University Police and other campus partners.

POSSIBLE DISCIPLINARY CONSEQUENCES

Violations of the Anti-Hazing Policy may result in disciplinary action for individuals and organizations.
Individual sanctions may include:

• Written reprimand
• Disciplinary probation
• Suspension
• Expulsion

Organizational sanctions may include:

• Interim suspension of activities
• Loss of university recognition
• Loss of funding or facilities access
• Revocation of housing privileges
• Permanent disbandment

Hazing may also result in criminal prosecution under California Penal Code § 245.6.

SYSTEMWIDE AND UNIVERSITY POLICIES

CSU Systemwide Anti-Hazing Policy:

CSUDH Anti-Hazing Policy (located under the "Report Hazing" section):
/student-conduct/report-an-incident/

Student Conduct Procedures (Executive Order 1098):
Executive Order 1098

LOCAL, STATE, AND TRIBAL LAWS ON HAZING

State Law

Hazing is prohibited under:

• California Penal Code § 245.6
• Title 5, California Code of Regulations § 41301

Local and Tribal Law

At this time, no additional local, municipal, or Tribal laws governing hazing apply to CSUDH. This section will be updated if applicable laws change.

CAMPUS HAZING TRANSPARENCY REPORT

In compliance with the Campus-Recognized Sorority and Fraternity Transparency Act (California Education Code §§ 66310–66312) and CSU systemwide policy, CSUDH publishes information regarding recognized fraternities and sororities, including conduct history and organizational status.
Campus Hazing Transparency Report (AB 525):

• View CSU, Dominguez Hills' AB 524 Report 2022-2023
• View CSU, Dominguez Hills' AB 524 Report 2023-2024
• View CSU, Dominguez Hills' AB 525 Report 2024-2025

NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY OF HAZING STATISTICS

CSUDH publishes campus crime statistics, including hazing-related incidents, in its Annual Security Report (ASR) in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act.

Hazing statistics are included beginning with the 2026 reporting year as required by law and can be found in the Annual Security Report:
/rm/clery-act/annual-reports

HAZING PREVENTION AND EDUCATION

CSUDH is committed to prevention through education, training, and awareness.
Prevention efforts include:

• Required annual hazing prevention training for recognized student organizations
• Campus education campaigns
• Prevention programming and outreach
• Failure to complete required training may result in loss of good standing or recognition.Ìý

National prevention resources:

SUPPORTIVE MEASURES

Students who experience or are impacted by hazing may access supportive measures regardless of whether a formal report is filed.
Support may include:

• Counseling services
• Academic accommodations
• Interim safety measures
• Referrals to campus resources

For confidential support, please contact:Ìý