Hazing Prevention Week

September 8- 12, 2025 

Cougs Don’t Haze. Let’s build a safer, stronger Cougar community together.

Hazing Prevention Week is an opportunity for students, faculty, and staff across the WSU system to come together in support of a safe, respectful, and inclusive campus culture. Hazing, no matter how subtle or severe, undermines trust, belonging, and well-being. At WSU, we believe true community is built on support, not suffering.

Cougs take care of Cougs, and that includes knowing how to recognize hazing, refusing to participate, and taking action to prevent harm. Whether you're a student in a student organization or on a team, or a faculty or staff member supporting students in and out of the classroom, preventing hazing is everyone’s responsibility.

Throughout the week, we'll highlight resources, promote conversations, and provide tools that empower the WSU community to:

  • Understand what hazing is—and isn’t
  • Recognize warning signs
  • Report concerns safely and confidently
  • Support those impacted by hazing
  • Promote prevention and accountability

WSU recognizes Hazing Prevention Week earlier than the National Hazing Prevention Week based on our academic calendar.

Events

“Cougs “Donut” Haze and "Lotus" Stop Hazing”  

  • Tabling with IFC/Pan/MGC
  • 10 am-12 pm
  • CUB SPINE   

Grab donuts, coffee and lotus drink, while we chat about hazing preventions and Cougs pledging to stop hazing. 

Lead with Respect: Hazing Awareness & Team Building Workshop (Facilitated by UREC)
This interactive workshop provides students, staff, and faculty with tools to recognize, prevent, and address hazing. Participants will learn how Washington State law defines hazing, explore common causes and misconceptions, and identify strategies to build a positive team culture. The session emphasizes proactive approaches to fostering belonging, accountability, and mutual respect.

For faculty and staff: 3:30 pm- 4:30 pm  | CUB Room 208 & Zoom link to come

For students: 5:30 pm- 6:30 pm  | Remote only (Zoom Link to come) 

Hazing Prevention hosts PB&J Club 

  • 12:00 PM
  • CUB Lair (1st floor)

WSU Community Event with Peer Health Educators

Learn more about the Hazing Prevention training and other opportunities and workshops  

Cougs Don’t Haze: Wear Crimson in Support of Hazing Prevention   

Systemwide Hazing Prevention Conversation - Virtual  (Time TBD) 

Opportunity to meet Hazing Prevention Advisory Committee Members and learn more about WSU Hazing Prevention education and awareness throughout our system campuses