National Hazing Prevention Week
Galloway, N.J. – National Hazing Prevention Week, a national initiative that raises awareness about hazing and empowers campus communities to take action to prevent it, will be recognized on campuses across the country, including Stockton University’s from Sept. 22 to 26.
Throughout the week, the Stockton community is invited to gather educational resources, attend programming both online and in-person and engage in conversations surrounding prevention and accountability.
“This is an important opportunity for our community to come together, learn and commit to creating safe and supportive environments for all students,” said Mat Greer, associate director for Stockton’s Fraternity and Sorority Life (FSL).
Stockton’s FSL will also share updates on New Jersey’s Timothy J. Piazza Anti-Hazing Law and the passage of the Federal Stop Campus Hazing Act, which aims to strengthen protections for students.
“Understanding these laws is essential for every student leader, advisor, and organization member,” Greer said. “We invite you to take part in the events and use this week as a reminder that hazing has no place in our community. Together, we can build a culture of care, accountability and respect.”
Here’s the full list of upcoming events:
How Do We “Know” When Hazing is Occurring?
Tuesday, Sept. 16 at 12 p.m., Online
Presented by David Westol of Limberlost Consulting.
Sexual Hazing: Reasons, Risks, and Reporting
Tuesday, Sept. 16 at 2 p.m., Online
Presented by Ryan McKee, Ph.D., of Temple University.
Discretion: Hazing, Pledging and Intake in D9 Organizations
Tuesday, Sept. 16 at 3:30 p.m., Online
Presented by Rasheed Cromwell, Esq., in partnership with Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
Hazing Makes You a Better Greek, and Other Stupid Myths
Wednesday, Sept. 17 at 11:00 a.m., Online
Presented by Michelle Guobadia, University of North Carolina – Charlotte, The Catalyst Agency.
Power, Pain, and the Price of Entry: Rethinking Hazing as a System, Not an Incident
Wednesday, Sept. 17, 1 p.m., Online
Panel includes: Yvonne Hernandez Friedman, Ph.D., PCC, Principal/CEO, YHF Coaching & Consulting (Moderator); Letitia Minor, M.Ed., LPC, CCTP, Counselor Specialist, Coastal Carolina University; Juan R. Guardia, Ph.D., Vice President of Student Affairs, University of Texas at San Antonio; Jason E. Glenn, Ph.D., Retired Military Officer, Former Vice President of Student Affairs; President, Glenn International Leadership Force.
Igniting Cultural Transformation on Campus to Combat Hazing
Monday, Sept. 22 at 12 p.m., Online
Panel includes: Frank Cuevas, Ed.D., Vice Chancellor, Division of Student Life, University of Tennessee, Knoxville; Emily Perlow, Ph.D., Vice President/Dean of Students at Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Jeremiah Shinn, Ph.D., Interim President, Boise State University.
Breaking the Silence: Confronting Hazing in Varsity Athletics
Monday, Sept. 22 at 2 p.m., Online
Panel includes: Janet Judge, Co-Founder and Partner, Education & Sports Law Group; Brian Gearity, Ph.D., Professor & Director MA Coach Sports Education; Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, GSPP, University of Denver; Christopher Zacharda, Ed.D., Senior Associate Dean of Students, Northwestern University; Research Fellow, Penn State’s Piazza Center; Emily Perlow, Ph.D., Vice President/Dean of Students at Worcester Polytechnic Institute.
One Size Does Not Fit All: Tailoring Hazing Prevention Efforts to Fit Campus and Organization Needs
Tuesday, Sept. 23 at 12 p.m., Online
Presented by Meghan Grace, Ph.D., Research Project Manager, Piazza Center and Stevan Veldkamp, Ed.D., Executive Director, Piazza Center.
Stockton Faculty/Staff Hazing Prevention Training
Tuesday, Sept. 23 at 1:30 p.m., F-212
This program educates students on the risks, warning signs and consequences of hazing while promoting positive alternatives for building community and tradition. Participants will learn how hazing impacts individuals, organizations and campus culture, as well as the legal and institutional policies in place to prevent it. The training also equips students with tools to recognize and intervene in situations where hazing may occur, fostering safer and healthier group experiences.
Sex and Candy Fair
Wednesday, Sept. 24, at 4 p.m., TRLC Quad
Sponsored by the Office of Student Conduct & Women's Gender and Sexuality Center, join us for the Sex and Candy Fair — a fun, educational event focused on promoting sexual health, consent and providing information on the Red Zone. Stop by for free candy, interactive games, freebies, giveaways and resources from campus and community partners.
Liquid Courage: The Role of Alcohol in Hazing
Thursday, Sept. 25, at 3 p.m., Online
Presented by Susie Bruce, Director, and Kristen Morris, Robert Tipton Jr. Hazing Prevention Coordinator, of UVA’s Gordie Center.
Fraternity & Sorority Life Dominate Northeast Awards Ceremony
February 27, 2025
Galloway, N.J. – Stockton University Fraternity & Sorority Life organizations were honored for their efforts and involvement both on and off campus during February’s Northeast Greek Leadership Association Conference in Baltimore.
Mat Greer ’15, associate director for Fraternity & Sorority Life (FSL), brought 10 student leaders representing various chapters to the conference in order to network with other chapters, participate in educational sessions, receive professional headshots and represent their chapters in a stroll/step competition.
For graduate student Juliana Gonzalez of Sigma Delta Tau (Delta Pi chapter), attending her first NGLA Conference and helping chaperone the younger Greek leaders was “a ton of fun.”
“It gave me the opportunity to connect with them a little more – I don’t know all of them as well as some other chapters, so it was nice to learn about them and what they do for the community,” said Gonzalez, who is currently studying in the Master of Science in Communication Disorders program.
