Information for Brandeis Employees
FAQs
How do I identify signs of hazing?
- Concerning mood or behavior changes while or after joining a group
- Social withdrawal or isolation
- Extreme fatigue or sleep deprivation
- Drop in academic performance
- Frequent absences or tardiness
- Avoidance of certain people or groups
- Secrecy about group involvement
- Signs of depression or anxiety
- Increased use of alcohol or substances
- Unexplained bruises or signs of pain
- Wanting to leave a group without explanation
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- Notice & document concerning behaviors or changes
- Approach privately and express concern, not judgment. You may wish to ask questions like:
- “I’ve noticed you seem stressed lately—how are things going?”
- “What are some of the good things about this group?”
- “What are some of the not-so-good things about this group?”
- Listen non-judgmentally and validate their feelings. Reassure them that hazing is never their fault.
- Refer to campus resources (e.g., Brandeis Counseling Center, Student Rights and Community Standards, Office of Equal Opportunity)
- Students can report hazing anonymously at brandeis.edu/reportit.
- Report your concerns to the University (see instructions below)
- Follow up to show continued support
Reporting Options
- Reporting Forms
- Who can I speak with if I have questions/ concerns?
- Dean of Students Office: deanofstudentsoffice@brandeis.edu
- Student Rights and Community Standards: dsrcs@brandeis.edu
Link to Transparency Report
Supporting studentsWhat is the red folder?
Students often encounter challenges and may not recognize that they need help or may need assistance accessing it. As an administrator, faculty or staff member, you are in an important position to guide Brandeis students to support services.
The Brandeis red folder is designed to help you prepare to support students by recognizing signs of distress, responding to a student’s needs with attentiveness and empathy and referring the student to others who may be better equipped to help.