Seton Hall Unites for National Hazing Prevention Week
Thursday, October 30, 2025
Seton Hall University reaffirmed its commitment to fostering a safe and inclusive
campus community during National Hazing Prevention Week (September 22–25, 2025). Throughout
the week, the University hosted a series of interactive events and awareness initiatives
designed to educate students, empower bystanders and promote the message that Pirates
do not haze.
Organized by various units across the University, including main event coordinators from Fraternity and Sorority Life (FSL) and the Greek Municipal Assembly (GMA), in collaboration with the Student Government Association (SGA), Student Activities Board (SAB), Dean of Students and Athletics, the week highlighted Seton Hall’s proactive approach to hazing prevention one grounded in education care and community responsibility.
Kira Casas-Puente, assistant director of Fraternity and Sorority Life, noted, “By coming together through education and engagement, our students are helping to build a community rooted in respect, trust and true Pirate pride.”
The week began with the Dare to Care Fair, where FSL hosted a self-care–themed table titled, “These Hands Don’t Haze, They Praise Self-Care.” Students received self-care grab bags, mental health pamphlets and hazing prevention materials including the University’s hazing policy and links to campus wellness resources.
On Tuesday, the University community came together for Dunk Hazing, a lively event
hosted by SGA, SAB and GMA. Students symbolically took a stand against hazing by painting
their hands for the campus-wide anti-hazing banner, signing the online pledge and
dunking volunteer student leaders turning awareness into action through teamwork and
fun.
Midweek, Seton Hall’s Freeze Out Hazing, in partnership with Athletics, distributed Italian ice at the soccer game while sharing information about recognizing and preventing hazing in athletic and student group settings. “Our student athletes play a vital role in promoting a culture of respect and accountability,” said Tatum Colitz, deputy athletics director for Compliance and Student-Athlete Development. “National Hazing Prevention Week reinforces our shared commitment to teamwork, integrity and the well-being of every member of the Seton Hall community.”
The week concluded on a warm note with Thursday’s Warm Up to Hazing Prevention event. Students were invited to stop by for donuts and hot chocolate, engage in conversation about hazing prevention and sign the pledge to help build a community based on respect and care.
“National Hazing Prevention Week gives us a chance to come together as a campus and
reinforce the values that make Seton Hall special,” said Karen Van Norman, associate
vice president and dean of students. “Our goal is to ensure every student feels safe
and supported in every organization, team and group they’re part of.”
Seton Hall’s University-wide hazing prevention efforts extend far beyond this annual campaign. The University provides a variety of resources, training programs and policies that promote a culture of accountability and safety for all students.
To learn more about Seton Hall’s ongoing hazing prevention initiatives and resources, click here.
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