The NCAA, the University of Kansas and Kansas Athletics Inc. are committed to good sportsmanship and ethical conduct. The NCAA has a variety of resources of athletes, trainers and coaches that discuss healthy practices, and they host a program promoting positive attitudes called Building New Traditions: Hazing Prevention in College Athletics. Additionally, the NCAA supports the work of the Step UP! program.
If you have any questions or need information regarding possible hazing incidents within your team, call the Office of the Vice Provost for Student Affairs at (785) 864-4060.
From the NCAA: Is it hazing or team building?
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Hazing |
Team Building |
Humiliates and degrades |
Promotes respect and dignity |
Tears down individuals |
Supports and empowers |
Creates division |
Creates real teamwork |
Lifelong nightmares |
Lifelong memories |
Shame and secrecy |
Pride and integrity |
Is a power trip |
Is a shared positive experience |
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