Anti-Hazing
Corban University Anti-Hazing Commitment
Corban University is a Christ-centered community committed to dignity, safety, and biblical love. Hazing in any form—physical, emotional, or psychological—violates not only our values but also state and federal law. Whether subtle or severe, hazing contradicts our call to respect one another as image-bearers of God (Genesis 1:26).
What is Hazing?
Hazing is any intentional, knowing, or reckless act, committed alone or with others, that:
- Is connected to joining, affiliating with, or maintaining membership in a student organization, and
- Endangers someone’s physical or psychological health or creates an unreasonable risk of harm
This applies regardless of whether the person consented or agreed to participate.
Legal Definitions of Hazing
Federal Definition
Under the Stop Campus Hazing Act (SCHA), hazing includes any act that:
- Is linked to initiation or membership in a student organization, and
- Causes or creates a risk of physical or psychological injury beyond normal activity (e.g., team conditioning)
Examples include:
- Whipping, beating, shocking, or harmful substances
- Forced sleep deprivation or confinement
- Coerced consumption of food, alcohol, or drugs
- Sexual coercion
- Threats or criminal activity
Oregon State Law (ORS 163.197)
Hazing under Oregon law is knowingly causing someone to endure activities that present a serious risk of physical injury in connection with joining or maintaining status in a group.
Examples include:
- Physical brutality (e.g., beating, branding)
- Exposure to the elements or forced confinement
- Coerced use of drugs or alcohol
- Forcing someone to violate the law
Consent is not a defense under Oregon law.
Report Hazing
Anyone—student, parent, faculty, staff, or guest—can report hazing. Reports can be made anonymously.
Non-Confidential Reporting:
- Campus Safety: safety@corban.edu | (503) 510-6430
- Office of Student Life: studentlife@corban.edu | (503) 375-7027
Confidential Support:
- Tanni Swisher, Confidential Advocate: tswisher@corban.edu | (503) 375-7038
- Counseling Services: counseling@corban.edu
Note: Confidential resources are not required to file official reports.
What Happens After You Report
Corban follows a fair and prompt investigation process. Interim measures may be implemented immediately to protect the safety of students. Outcomes may include:
- Community service
- Education-based interventions
- Probation or suspension
- Expulsion
- Revocation of group recognition
The full process is outlined in the Student Life Handbook.
Transparency and Federal Reporting
Beginning December 23, 2025, Corban University will publish a Campus Hazing Transparency Report twice per year. It will include:
- The name of the student organization involved
- Dates of the incident
- General description of the violation
No personally identifying information will be shared.
Prevention and Training
All Corban students, staff, and faculty will be provided annual anti-hazing training, provided by the Office of Student Life.
Training Topics:
- Recognizing hazing behavior
- Safe ways to intervene and report
- Building healthy team culture without harm
- Understanding legal consequences