Washington Administrative Code
Title 478 - University of Washington
Chapter 478-124 - General conduct code for the University of Washington
Section 478-124-037 - Conduct on campus code-Hazing
Current through Register Vol. 24-06, March 15, 2024
All student organizations and living groups are prohibited from hazing.
(1) Hazing includes:
(2) Hazing does not include customary athletic or cultural events or other similar contests or competitions.
(3) Consent is not a defense to hazing.
(4) Any student organization or student living group that knowingly permits hazing as defined in subsection (1)(a) of this section shall be deprived of official recognition, approval, or registration granted by the university. Any student organization or living group that knowingly permits hazing as defined in subsection (1)(b) of this section shall either be deprived of official recognition, approval, or registration or be placed on disciplinary probation for a period specified by the university.
(5) Students found responsible for violations of WAC 478-121-135 shall forfeit any entitlement to state funded grants, scholarships, or awards for a specified period of time determined by the university.
Statutory Authority: RCW 28B.20.130 and 28B.10.900 through 28B.10.903. 96-10-051, § 478-124-037, filed 4/29/96, effective 5/30/96.