Research-to-Practice Series: Part 1

StopHazing Launches Research-to-Practice Series: Part 1 – Diving into Hazing Prevention Research and Accompanying Research-informed Resources.

At StopHazing, we are excited to introduce the Research-to-Practice Series, a three-part initiative designed to bridge the gap between academic research and practical application in hazing prevention. This series will highlight key findings from our peer-reviewed studies, along with research-informed resources to empower leaders, educators, and students in preventing hazing. Since research-to-practice is our tagline, highlighting these studies and related resources can support your work and our shared goal of preventing hazing. 

Hazing is a critical issue that can have devastating and lethal consequences, not just for individuals but for entire communities. This series aims to provide actionable knowledge to help you better understand and address hazing in schools, universities, workplaces, and beyond.

Why This Research Matters

Hazing affects individuals, families, campuses, and communities in complex ways. To effectively address hazing, it’s important to have access to prevention strategies grounded in research. At StopHazing, our commitment to conducting rigorous research is grounded in the philosophy of “research-to-practice,” meaning that we not only conduct research but also ensure that it’s practically useful for those on the frontlines of hazing prevention.

We are committed to research because it builds a knowledge base to guide effective practice. Grounded in a research-to-practice philosophy, our work emphasizes partnerships with practitioners and producing knowledge with real-world applicability. Informed by a critical theoretical approach, we strive to view the complexity and power dynamics of hazing within the larger social context in which it occurs. Our investigations are change-oriented and consider the intersections of hazing and other issues impacting school, campus, and workplace climate.

What to Expect in This 3-Part Series

In this first installment, we will be exploring some of the foundational research that informs hazing prevention practices and the only data-driven framework for campus hazing prevention, the Hazing Prevention Framework.

You can expect to find:

• Peer-reviewed publications
• Resources directly derived from or connected to the research publications
• How the resources and research can support your campus hazing prevention

These resources are designed to inform your work, whether you’re an educator, campus leader, student, parent, or community advocate. By integrating research into practice, we aim to help you foster safer, more inclusive environments for everyone.

Join Us on This Journey

The goal of our Research-to-Practice Series is to inform, inspire, and empower communities to prevent hazing. By providing access to the latest research and resources, we hope to support positive culture change in schools, groups, and workplaces. Together, we can make a difference in ensuring student safety, well-being, and a sense of belonging for all.

Stay tuned for Part 2 of the series, where we will dive deeper into tested prevention strategies and explore how hazing intersects with identity. In the meantime, we encourage you to share this information with your community and invite others to join our mailing list to stay informed and engaged in the conversation on hazing prevention.

Thank you for your commitment to stopping hazing and supporting safer, more positive communities!

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Hazing Prevention Framework

How these Resources and Research Can Support Your Practice

• Discover how to gain support for hazing prevention and create sustainable practices
• Utilize a public health approach to guide your hazing prevention efforts
• Learn about the eight components of the hazing prevention framework to aid goal setting, planning, and evaluation 

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General Hazing Prevention

Publications

Allan, E. J., Kerschner, D. & Payne, J. (2019). College student hazing experiences, attitudes, and perceptions: Implications for prevention. Journal of Student Affairs Research and Practice, 56(1) 32-48. https://doi.org/10.1080/19496591.2018.1490303

Swan, S., Allan, E. J. (2022). Assessing Readiness for Campus Hazing Prevention. Health Education and Behavior, 1-9. https://doi.org/10.1177/10901981221101357

Swan, S. (March 2018). Community readiness: A case study of university communities engaging in hazing prevention. Doctoral dissertation in Higher Education, University of Maine. 

Marchell, T. C., Santracrose, L. B., Laurita, A. C., & Allan, E. J. (2022). A public health approach to preventing hazing on a university campus. Journal of American College Health. 1-10. https://doi.org/10.1080/07448481.2021.2024210 

Malaret, S., Allan, E. J., Graham, G., Esquenazi, C., Bacon, D. & Whalen, P. (2021). Teaching student leadership, ethics, and group responsibility for hazing prevention: An exploratory study. Journal of Campus Activities Practice and Scholarship, 3(1), 17-33.

Resources:

• Making Space for Leaders to Lead Change workshop
• Practicing Values-Based Leadership & Decision Making workshop
• 2008 National Study of Student Hazing
• Campus Commitment to Hazing Prevention: Action Guide
• Hazing Prevention Toolkit: For Campus Professionals
• To learn more about the Hazing Prevention Framework^TM click here

How to Use These Resources and Research:

• Learn about best practices from campuses that have successfully implemented robust hazing prevention programming
• Utilize workshop materials developed and tested through the Hazing Prevention Consortium
• Discover how ethical leadership frameworks can support hazing prevention

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Guidance for Accessing Research Publications

View this document for guidance on how to access the peer-reviewed research publications and academic journals mentioned.

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Up next: Research-to-Practice Series – Part 2 of 3

Questions about the research or resources? Reach out to Meredith Stewart, meredith@stophazing.org to connect.