Hazing Information & Awareness

In accordance with the Stop Campus Hazing Act and the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act, Spartanburg Methodist College provides this informational page to post the College’s Hazing Policy, report statistics, and provide awareness and prevention education on the issue of hazing.

Anti-Hazing Policy Statement

Hazing is abusive, degrading, psychologically damaging, and may be life-threatening. It is unacceptable in all forms and has no place in the Spartanburg Methodist College community. Student groups, organizations, and athletic teams are important contributors to a vibrant and positive campus life and are expected to treat others with respect and act in accordance with the SMC Honor Code, Code of Conduct, and other college policies. Hazing by individuals and student organizations is prohibited in any form both on campus and off campus.

A complete definition of hazing can be found in the full policy found here: SMC Hazing Policy

In addition to College policy, hazing is a violation of South Carolina law (SC Code § 59-101-200) and may result in criminal penalties.

Reporting Hazing

The College encourages the reporting of incidents of hazing and takes every report seriously. Any person may report hazing to the Dean of Students:

Allen Lollis, Dean of Students

Phone: (864) 699-4632

Email: lollisa@smcsc.edu

A person may also call the campus conduct hotline at 1-866-943-5787 to make a report.

Hazing Prevention & Awareness

As part of our commitment to a safe, respectful campus environment, the College provides hazing education and prevention programming to students, faculty, and staff throughout the year. Our approach emphasizes proactive education and community responsibility.

More information regarding the dangers of hazing, how to prevent hazing and how to address hazing can be found at https://stophazing.org/.

Annual Hazing Incident Statistics

June 23, 2025 statistics: No hazing violations have been reported or substantiated since January 1, 2025.

Statistics will be updated annually.