Hazing
The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to providing a safe educational environment for everyone and does not tolerate hazing by any group or individual affiliated with the University. UTEP regards any form of hazing as a major violation and expects that all students and organizations will observe and fully comply with state law, University regulations, and administrative rules associated with the prohibition of hazing.
Hazing is prohibited under state law and University policy. The University will take disciplinary action for hazing that takes place during official University functions, or during functions held by registered or sponsored student organizations; the University will also take disciplinary action for hazing incidents that have a substantial connection to the interests of the University, wherever they occur.
State Law
- Texas Education Code, Higher Education, Hazing (Section 51.936)
- Texas Education Code, Safe Schools, Subchapter F
University Policies
- Handbook of Operating Procedures
- University Catalog
Hazing Violations Within the Last Three Years
In alignment with state law, and to inform students in their choice to join student groups, The University of Texas at El Paso publishes and distributes this report of hazing violations and the organizations disciplined.
Organization |
Date of Incident |
Date Investigation Started |
Description of Incident |
Alleged Violation and Findings |
Sanctions |
Date Outcome Finalized |
Alpha XI Delta |
April 17, 2021 |
April 22, 2021 |
New Members were sprayed with a water hose during the chapter’s initiation ceremony. |
1.1 Standards of Conduct. 1.2.1 Who is Subject to Discipline. 1.2.3 Prohibited Conduct. (c.) Health or Safety. 1.2.3 Prohibited Conduct. (g.) Hazing. |
1 year suspension, Disciplinary Probation, effective on June 3, 2021 through August 1, 2023, Follow all Terms of Suspension and Probation as outlined within the document disseminated on June 3, 2021. |
August 5, 2021 |