National Hazing Prevention Week

National Hazing Prevention Week

National Hazing Prevention Week (NHPW) is an annual campaign dedicated to educating all students about hazing, promoting a culture of respect, and encouraging students to take a stand against harmful traditions. The week includes workshops, panel discussions, and social media campaigns aimed at fostering a safer USF community. These events are open to all students and is observed each September.

September 22-26, 2025

Monday, Sept 22

10 AM 鈥� 5 PM

Centre Gallery | Center for Student Involvement 
A come-and-go tabling event where students will paint their handprint on a banner to take a stand against hazing.

6 鈥� 8 PM
SPEAKER - LIANNE KOWIAK
Oval Theater | Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life 
Lianne Kowiak shares her son鈥檚 story and educates students on the realities of hazing and the importance of prevention.

Tuesday, Sept 23

1 鈥� 4 PM

MSC Atrium | Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life/ Order of Omega
An interactive walkthrough with stations that challenge students to reflect on hazing, leadership, and creating change.

5 鈥� 7 PM
LETTUCE TACO 'BOUT HAZING
Greek Office Suite | Residential Education
Students can build their own tacos while engaging in casual, educational conversation about hazing prevention.

Wednesday, Sept 24

10 AM 鈥� 2 PM
BULL MARKET
Bookstore Lawn
**more details to come**

Thursday, Sept 25

12:30 鈥� 1:30 PM

MSC 3308, CLCE Collaboratory | Center for Leadership and Civic Engagement
A webinar from the Hazing Prevention Network focused on shifting organizational culture and membership expectations.

10 AM 鈥� 7 PM (last group at 6 PM)
TRAVELING THROUGH THE HAZE
3rd Floor of MSC | Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life
This interactive educational experience guides students through real-life hazing scenarios and campus resources.

5 鈥� 7 PM

RecWell Breezeway | Center for Student Well-Being
A tabling event focused on campus wellness resources, featuring games, giveaways, and prevention education.

Friday, Sept 26

10 AM 鈥� 5 PM (last group at 4 PM)
TRAVELING THROUGH THE HAZE
3rd Floor of MSC | Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life
Second day of the interactive hazing experience for students who weren鈥檛 able to attend Thursday.

6 PM
"BLOCK OUT HAZING" USF WOMEN'S VOLLEYBALL GAME VS. ECU 
Yuengling Center 鈥� The Corral | Athletics
Join Athletics in wearing neon to block out hazing and cheer on the Bulls at this themed volleyball game.