A Conversation about Hazing ~ Tracy Maxwell

Tracy Maxwell believes one of the best things we can do about hazing is to talk about the problem openly and honestly. She realizes there is confusion about the definitions, laws and policies and the consequences of hazing. Her goal is to help us understand both their legal liability and moral responsibility, and most of all, to empower them to do something about hazing in their community. Tracy has worked with students enough to know that hazing is a controversial subject, often ignored by the community until something tragic happens. Hazing is also spotlighted by a media culture looking for a quick fix and someone to blame. Tracy believes students have been unfairly scape-goated for a problem that dates back centuries. Today’s students didn’t invent this problem, but they do have the power to end it. This issue is a societal one perpetuated by a culture of disrespect and disconnection. While we hear most often about the physical impacts of hazing, the psychological ones are hidden, and can be longer lasting. Some victims report impacts years and even decades later. Hazing will never be solved without the engagement of students in prevention. All the speakers, videos and educational programs are for nothing if real conversations aren’t taking place within organizations and on campuses. Hazing is not an incident that takes place, but a culture that is created and allowed to continue. It thrives in secrecy, and will only change when brought into the light of day. Two Sessions open to all Session #1 2:00pm - Colton Chapel Session #2 4:00pm - Colton Chapel Tracy founded HazingPrevention.org because she believed with the right resources, we could actually do something about hazing in our society. http://hazingprevention.org/