Campus Hazing

Lake Area Tech is committed to providing a safe and respectful learning environment for every student. This page explains the College’s hazing policy, how to report concerns and where to find information about hazing prevention and campus safety.

The Stop Campus Hazing Act (SCHA), enacted on December 23, 2024, amends the Clery Act to prioritize the prevention of and transparency about hazing incidents at colleges and universities.

Lake Area Tech follows this law and is committed to maintaining a safe, accountable campus environment.

PURPOSE
This policy outlines how hazing is defined, reported, and addressed at Lake Area Tech in accordance with federal law.

POLICY STATEMENT
Hazing is strictly prohibited.

Any student or student organization involved in hazing is in violation of the College Conduct Policy and may face disciplinary action, including warning, probation, suspension, expulsion, and/or referral to law enforcement.

REPORTING HAZING
If you witness, experience, or become aware of hazing, report it.

Reports can be made to the Dean of Student Services, Director of Enrollment, or Vice President.

CAMPUS HAZING TRANSPARENCY REPORT

2025-2026 Academic Year: No findings of responsibility
Last updated: June 23, 2026

Lake Area Tech publishes a biannual report of substantiated hazing incidents involving student organizations, teams, or groups.

This report:

• Includes only cases that were investigated and confirmed to violate policy
• Is maintained for at least five years from the date of resolution
• Is published alongside the Annual Security Report in compliance with federal law

ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT

The “Security and Fire Safety Report” is available on the Your Right to Know webpage and includes additional required disclosures under the Clery Act and the Stop Campus Hazing Act.

DEFINITIONS
Hazing includes any intentional, knowing, or reckless act—whether or not participation is voluntary—that occurs as part of joining or maintaining membership in a student organization and creates risk of physical or psychological harm.

This includes, but is not limited to:

• Physical harm (e.g., hitting, striking, exposure to harmful substances)
• Forced physical activity, sleep deprivation, confinement, or exposure
• Forced consumption of food, alcohol, drugs, or other substances
• Coerced sexual acts
• Threats or conduct that create fear of harm
• Any activity that violates local, state, tribal, or federal law
• Any act requiring someone to perform illegal or harmful tasks

Student Organization refers to any group of two or more students, whether formally recognized or not.