Report Hazing

If you experience, witness, or become aware of possible hazing, please report it. You do not need to determine whether the conduct meets the formal definition of hazing before submitting a report.

Submit a Hazing Report

Anonymous reports are accepted. Providing your name and contact information may help the District follow up on and address the concern.

Emergency or Immediate Danger

Call 911 if someone is in immediate danger, injured, or requires emergency medical assistance.

For non-emergency campus safety concerns, contact SMCCCD Public Safety at (650) 738-7000. Public Safety dispatch is available 24 hours a day.

Other Ways to Report

Anonymous Health & Safety Report

You may also submit an anonymous health and safety or incident report through SMCCCD Public Safety.

Submit an Anonymous Health & Safety/Incident Report

Report Directly to the College or District

A hazing concern may also be reported to the appropriate College Vice President of Student Services or to the District Director of Civil Rights and Compliance.

What Happens After a Report?

The appropriate College Vice President of Student Services, or designee, is responsible for investigating reports of hazing. Reports will be reviewed promptly, and confidentiality will be protected to the extent permitted by law.

A violation of the District's prohibition on hazing may result in disciplinary or corrective action. Depending on the circumstances, consequences may include:

  • Student disciplinary action, up to and including expulsion.
  • Employee disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
  • Suspension or revocation of recognition of a student organization.
  • Other appropriate disciplinary or corrective action.
  • Referral for criminal prosecution when appropriate.

Retaliation Is Prohibited

Retaliation against anyone who reports hazing or participates in an investigation or resolution process is prohibited.

Sex-Based Misconduct

If the conduct involves sexual harassment, sexual violence, or other sex-based misconduct, additional reporting and support options are available through the SMCCCD Title IX Office.