Effective Jan. 1, 2025, the Stop Campus Hazing Act requires all institutions of higher education to make a Campus Hazing Transparency Report available. Hazing is prohibited under state law, federal law, and college policy. If a recognized student organization is found in violation of the hazing policy in the Student Code of Conduct, the incident shall be included in the Campus Hazing Transparency Report. This report is updated at least twice a year.
Reports of hazing, regardless of whether a violation of policy is determined, are referred for consideration in the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, provided the incident is within jurisdiction.
The Campus Hazing Transparency Report only includes violations of college hazing policy by recognized student organizations. Violations outside of the hazing policy may also be reported to the dean of Student Services.
KCKCC Hazing Definition
The Student Code of Conduct defines hazing as:
- Hazing
- Any act which endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student, or which destroys or removes public or private property, for the purpose of initiation, admission into, affiliation with, or as a condition for continued membership in or association with a group or organization, is prohibited.
This definition applies when an organization is under review for a hazing allegation.
State and Federal Hazing Laws
As of 2024, Kansas Law states the following in regard to hazing law:
- 21-5418. Hazing.
(a) Hazing is recklessly coercing, demanding or encouraging another person to perform, as a condition of membership in a social or fraternal organization, any act which could reasonably be expected to result in great bodily harm, disfigurement or death or which is done in a manner whereby great bodily harm, disfigurement or death could be inflicted. - (b) Hazing is a class B nonperson misdemeanor.
At the end of 2024, the Stop Campus Hazing Act was signed into law.
- This law requires Institutions of Higher Education (IHE) to report hazing incidents in their annual security report.
- The law defines hazing as:
- any intentional, knowing, or reckless act committed by a person (whether individually or in concert with other persons) against another person or persons regardless of the willingness of such other person or persons to participate, that (1) is committed in the course of an initiation into, an affiliation with, or the maintenance of membership in, a student organization (e.g., a club, athletic team, fraternity, or sorority); and (2) causes or creates a risk, above the reasonable risk encountered in the course of participation in the IHE or the organization, of physical or psychological injury.
- Institutions are required to make available information related to relevant policies and laws, how to report incidents, and how an investigation is conducted.
- Institutions are required to provide information regarding relevant awareness and prevention programs related to hazing.
- Lastly, institutions are required to develop a Campus Hazing Transparency Report that summarizes the findings of any recognized student organization that has been found in violation of university hazing policy.
Hazing Violations Report
The Campus Hazing Transparency Report includes information on hazing violations involving a recognized student organization found in violation of the college's hazing policy.
2025-2026 Academic Year
No reports of hazing received.
How to Report Hazing
KCKCC strongly encourages all members of the college community to report information about any incident of hazing as soon as possible, whether the incident occurred on or off campus, to the KCKCC Police Department, Title IX Office, or the office of the dean of Student Services, and/or the appropriate local law enforcement agency. Anonymous reports may also be submitted. In addition, those individuals who have been informed by the KCKCC Police that they are Campus Security Authorities (CSAs) under the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (“Clery Act”) are legally required to report such incidents to the KCKCC Police Department. Any current student, faculty, administrator, or staff member of the KCKCC or non-KCKCC affiliates/community members may file a complaint against any community member alleging a violation of campus policies regarding hazing.
Contact Information
- KCKCC Police Department
- 913-288-7636
- Dean of Student Services
- sderritt@kckcc.edu
- Title IX Office
- lmixonpage@kckcc.edu
Tips on Submitting a Report
All are encouraged to report concerns about hazing as soon as possible. Accurate and detailed information is encouraged to help the college best address and enforce policy.
The college does accept anonymous reports. Please note that the college’s ability to follow up with the source of information is important. Anonymous reports may make it difficult to complete a full investigation and apply the college policy.
Retaliation is a violation of the Student Code of Conduct. Students concerned about retaliation because of reporting an incident should contact the office of Student Services.
Investigation Process
When a report of hazing is made, KCKCC will initiate an investigation to assess the situation, gather relevant information, and determine whether any violations of the Student Code of Conduct have occurred. The investigation will typically involve the following steps:- Receipt of Report - A hazing report will be documented and assigned to the appropriate investigator.
- Preliminary Review - The dean of Student Services or their designated individual, or the KCKCC Police Department will conduct an initial review of the claim.
- Investigation - A formal investigation will be conducted, including gathering statements from witnesses, individuals involved, and any other relevant information.
- Outcome Determination - Based on the findings, the case will be referred to the dean of Student Affairs for resolution, or Human Resources for staff/faculty.
Adjudication of Cases
Cases of hazing pertaining to students will be adjudicated by the dean of Student Services or a designated body, such as a Hearing Board, depending on the severity of the incident. Cases of hazing pertaining to staff or faculty will be managed by Human Resources. KCKCC will ensure that these proceedings are fair, impartial, and conducted in alignment with KCKCC’s policies. Student members found responsible for hazing will face disciplinary actions, which may include suspension, expulsion, or other sanctions as determined by the hearing body.
Prevention and Awareness Programs
KCKCC is committed to providing research-informed, campus-wide prevention programs that reach students, staff, and faculty. These programs are designed to promote awareness and prevention of hazing before it occurs and to help community members identify and intervene in situations that may lead to hazing.
Primary Prevention Strategies
Prevention programs include:
- Initial education via asynchronous methods.
- In-person education is inclusive of bystander intervention training, ethical leadership education, and building group cohesion without hazing.
- Social norming campaign.
Responsibility for Prevention
Various college departments, including athletics and student activities, will be responsible for ensuring that primary prevention strategies and programs are implemented throughout the academic year.
Ongoing Education
The college will also provide annual education and training for students, faculty, and staff on the harm of hazing and the importance of creating an inclusive and respectful community.