2026 KUTZTOWN UNIVERSITY ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT 12 Hazing Policy Kutztown University of Pennsylvania prohibits hazing and takes all allegations of hazing very seriously. Consistent with university policy and state law, Kutztown University will respond to all reports of hazing to the fullest extent possible and encourages all members of the community to promptly report allegations of any conduct that constitutes hazing. This prohibition applies to all students and covers conduct that occurs both on- and off-campus within the University’s Clery Act geography. Hazing Definition Hazing is defined as any intentional, knowing or reckless act committed by a person (whether individually or in concert with other persons) against another person or persons regardless of the willingness of such other person or persons to participate, that: Increasing On-Campus Safety The following tips may reduce your risk for many different types of crimes, including sexual violence. Know your resources. Who should you contact if you or a friend needs help? Where should you go? Locate rpersoovui dr ceer .s Ns uo ct ihc ea swthheer ceaemmpeursg ehne cayl t hp hcoe nnet es ra, rcea ml opc autsepdool inc ec adme ppaurst, ma ne dn tp, raongdr aa ml o ct ha le sceaxmu apluasssseacuul tr isteyrnv ui cme b e r i n t o your cell phone for easy access. Stay alert. When you’re moving around on campus or in the surrounding neighborhood, be aware of your syuo rurrosue nl f ddi on wg sn. Iwf yi tohup’ raec aklaognees, oorn bl ya ug ss ea sh et ha idspchaonnme saikne oynoeu eaaprpteoasrt ma yoarwe av ruel noefryaobul er. s u r r o u n d i n g s . D o n ’ t l o a d Walk with purpose. Even if you don’t know where you are going, act like you do. Try to avoid isolated areas. It is more difficult to get help if no one is around. Request a Security Escort. Consider inviting a friend to join you or asking Public Safety for a walking security escort. (Call (610) 683-4002 anytime.) Be careful about posting your location. Many social media sites, like Facebook and Foursquare, use gseetotlioncgast.ion to publicly share your location. Consider disabling this function and reviewing other social media Make others earn your trust. A college environment can foster a false sense of security. They may feel like fast friends but give people time to earn your trust before relying on them. Have a Backup Plan. Spend some time thinking about back-up plans for potentially sticky situations. If your pu hs eo na ec rdei ed si t, dc aorydo? uDhoayvoeua hf ae vwe nt hu emabdedr sr ems se mt o oyroi zuerdr et os igdeetnhc ee l hp a? lDl oo rycooul l he ga ev emeemmeor rgiezne cdy? cI fa ys ho ui ndcr ai vs ee , yi so ut hcearne ’ ta spare key hidden, gas in your car, and a set of jumper cables? Be secure. Lock your door and windows when you’re asleep and when you leave the room. If people constantly prop open the main door to the dorm or apartment, tell security or a trusted authority figure.
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