Harm and misconduct

Hazing (students)

Hazing is not permitted at UC Berkeley. Hazing is defined as "participating in hazing or any method of initiation or pre-initiation into a campus organization or other activity engaged in by the organization or members of the organization at any time that causes, or is likely to cause, physical injury or personal degradation or disgrace resulting in psychological harm to any student or other person." Related terms: Hazing, initiation, pre-initiation, organization, club, fraternity, sorority, prevention, law enforcement, Clery Act, Campus Security Authority

Hate or bias incident

Resources and reporting options are available to staff, faculty, postdocs, and students who become a target of or witness a hate crime or hate-motivated act. Related terms: hate crime, bias, law enforcement, discrimination, harassment, intolerance, hostile environment, Protected Category

Disruptive behavior on campus

If there is an emergency, call 911. For non-emergency situations in which a person behaving in a way that is disruptive on campus, please contact UCPD at their non-emergency number: (510) 642-6760. Related terms: Noise, disruption, intimidation, inappropriate behavior, interference, disruptions

Child & elder abuse/neglect

Anyone who witnesses, suspects, or is told about child, dependent adult, or elder abuse or neglect should report it. Certain employees and volunteers of UC Berkeley are required to report suspected child, dependent adult, or elder abuse. Related terms: abuse, neglect, child, minor, youth, safety, violence, law enforcement, police, Mandated Reporter

Abusive conduct (bullying)

Related terms: abusive conduct, workplace, bullying, disruptive behaviors, reporting, support, harassment