Hazing is any action taken or situation created, whether on or off campus, intentionally inflicted on a student or students for the purpose of an initiation into a Student Organization recognized, established, or sponsored by the University that creates mental or physical harm, including temporary or permanent diminished physical or mental capacity, emotional distress, humiliation, degradation, or causing or encouraging another person to violate any law or University policy.
Hazing includes any mental or physical requirement, request, or obligation which emphasizes one individual’s or a group’s power over others and/or a perceived necessity/obligation to participate; that could cause pain, disgrace, or injury; that is personally degrading; and/or that violates federal, state, or local law, or University policy.
Source: UMB Hazing Policy