2025 PNW Anti-Hazing Summit

Glenna Chang is an Associate Vice President for Student Life at the University of Washington and is deeply committed to higher education and student affairs. She has degrees in Industrial/Organizational Psychology and College Student Development. Glenna lives in Seattle with her spouse, kids, and dog and endures 10 months of the year for the sake of 2 months of glorious Pacific Northwest summer.​

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Jolayne Houtz is a communications strategist, journalist and award-winning writer with expertise in nonprofit and science communications for global health, public health and higher education. ​

Since the hazing death of her son, Sam, in 2019, she has become an advocate for hazing prevention and the founder of HazingInfo.org, the nation’s first comprehensive database of hazing incidents at US colleges and universities, in partnership with the University of Washington.

Representative Mari Leavitt joined the Washington State Legislature in January 2019 and has been a leading advocate for anti-hazing reforms. She sponsored Sam’s Law, which significantly strengthened Washington’s anti-hazing policies by expanding the definition of hazing, requiring prevention training for higher education students and staff, and mandating that higher education institutions publicly post anti-hazing resources and report hazing violations. She also sponsored and passed legislation that increased the criminal penalties for hazing.​

Rep. Leavitt serves on the House Postsecondary Education & Workforce Development Committee. She brings more than 23 years of experience in higher education as a college administrator. Her academic background includes an associate’s degree from Tacoma Community College, a bachelor’s and Master’s of Education from Western Washington University, and a doctorate in Community College Leadership from Oregon State University.​

In addition to her legislative work, she is a mother, former PTSA leader, and small business owner, deeply committed to serving her community and Washington State.​

Facilitator: Jill Maurer, Gordie Center Assistant Director, University of Virginia ​

Abstract: College student-athletes experience the highest rates of hazing, often starting as early as high school or even before age 13. This session will examine the unique challenges of hazing in sports and the factors that contribute to it. Attendees will learn how administrators, athletic departments, and coaches can prevent hazing through best practices and evidence-based strategies, helping create safer, more inclusive teams.​

Key Themes: Prevention Strategies ​

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Facilitators: Kristi Patrickus, J.D., Patrickus Consulting LLC, & Christina Parle, CP Education & Consulting

Abstract: This program explores the complexities of hazing through cultural, psychological, and legal lenses. Participants will examine how group culture forms and how hazing culture can develop within it. The session unpacks motivations behind hazing and considers the role of brain development in both engaging in and recognizing harmful behaviors. It briefly connects the Stop Campus Hazing Act, its definitions, and implications for prevention. Attendees will reflect on current efforts and learn strategies to assess and enhance prevention work, aiming to shift perspectives from “harmless” hazing to understanding how “minor” behaviors create an environment where the “major” behaviors can flourish. ​

Key Themes: Prevention Strategies

Facilitators: Nick Poling, Fraternity and Sorority Life Program Director, Boise State University & Katie Law, Assistant Dean of Students, Boise State University ​

Abstract: As we usher in new hazing legislation, it’s important to consider how to partner with stakeholders during an investigation in order to meet the desired objectives of a conduct process. At Boise State, the key learning outcomes of any conduct process are learning how to identify the impact of actions on others, and how to respond differently in the future. Representatives from the Office of the Dean of Students and Student Involvement and Leadership Center at Boise State will use case studies to illustrate how partnerships during investigations can impact outcomes, and the long term sustainability of organizations who haze.​​

Key Themes: Investigation Best Practices, Collaboration/Relationship Building

Facilitator: Dr. Will Frankenberger, Chief Learning Officer, Delta Zeta Sorority ​

Abstract: This session equips professionals who work with women to recognize and address hazing behaviors rooted in relational aggression—such as exclusion, emotional manipulation, and social coercion. Often overlooked or normalized, these behaviors can cause significant harm to individuals and erode group trust and culture. Participants will leave with practical approaches to guide women’s organizations toward safer, more welcoming environments that build belonging without harm.​​

Key Themes: Prevention Strategies, Collaboration/Relationship Building, Accountability

Facilitator: Amanda Myhre, Student Care Coordinator, University of Washington ​

Abstract: Hazing can leave lasting psychological, emotional, and physical impacts on students. Through this presentation, Working with Students Impacted by Hazing: A Guide to Providing Compassionate and Impactful Support, we will explore practical tools for recognizing hazing-related trauma and responding with empathy and efficacy. Attendees will explore building trust, creating individual support networks, and fostering resilience in affected students. The session will also highlight collaborative approaches to student care, equipping participants with thoughtful strategies to support students.​​

Key Themes: Supporting Victims

Facilitator: Jill Maurer, Gordie Center Assistant Director, University of Virginia ​

Abstract: Parents and families can be valuable partners in preventing hazing on your campus. In this session, you will learn about incorporating hazing education and prevention in your parent and family messaging, and get ideas from other institutions around the country. You will also leave with tools to help educate parents and families about the warning signs of hazing, and how to support their student in choosing organizations and through the new member process.​

Key Themes: Prevention Strategies, Collaboration/Relationship Building

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Facilitators: Kristi Patrickus, J.D., Patrickus Consulting LLC, & Christina Parle, CP Education & Consulting ​

Abstract: This session will review the four (4) major areas of the Stop Campus Hazing Act. It will discuss the implications on Clery, transparency reporting, hazing prevention efforts, and new definitions. The presenters will discuss the various roles stakeholders on campus will need to fill, while also encouraging participants to evaluate how they will include or update their own definitions of “hazing” and “student organization.” ​

Key Themes: Collaboration/Relationship Building, Stop Campus Hazing Act

Facilitator: Mikal Kenfield, Associate Dean of Students & Director of Community Standards, University of Montana ​

Abstract: Let’s talk about simple, sustainable ways to incorporate assessment in our Hazing Prevention efforts. We’ll cover learning outcomes, the basics of the assessment cycle, and how to use/share data collected. This content will be relevant to all attendees, but some Curricular Approach language/concepts will be included. ​

Zoom Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/96159679194​

Key Themes: Prevention Strategies, Strategic Planning

Facilitator: Dr. Will Frankenberger, Chief Learning Officer, Delta Zeta Sorority ​

Abstract: This session equips campus prevention professionals with practical strategies grounded in the Public Health Intervention Wheel. Participants will explore how evidence-based interventions—like policy development, health teaching, and community organizing—can be applied to address issues such as hazing, bullying, sexual misconduct, and substance misuse. Using real campus scenarios, attendees will gain tools to design and implement prevention efforts that work across individual, community, and systems levels.​​

Key Themes: Prevention Strategies, Strategic Planning, Collaboration/Relationship Building

Facilitators: Meredith Stewart, Operations Manager, StopHazing, Devin Franklin, Doctoral Research Fellow, StopHazing, Lauren Griffin, Program and Prevention Coordinator, StopHazing, and Dave Kerschner, Post-Doctoral Fellow, StopHazing ​

Abstract: This program is guided by the only data-driven, public health-based Hazing Prevention Framework (HPF) (Allan et al., 2018) specifically focusing on the components of capacity and implementation. Attendees are provided information about research-supported approaches to fostering campus-wide partnerships for hazing prevention, connecting hazing prevention to other campus health and safety issues, and using a collection of resources to strategically plan for hazing prevention. Attendees will also consider sustainable ways to expand their capacity for hazing prevention, including strengthening buy-in, partnerships, and broadening stakeholder group involvement for hazing prevention campus-wide. Presenters will also highlight several research-based and research-informed strategies, resources, and tools for attendees to implement. ​

Key Themes: Prevention Strategies

Facilitator: Jill Maurer, Gordie Center Assistant Director, University of Virginia ​

Abstract: This interactive program reviews the research on the relationship between alcohol and hazing, models engaging ways to provide education to students on standard drink sizes through “bartender school,” and teaches how to identify the signs of alcohol overdose using “PUBS.” You’ll learn ways to engage students in alcohol and hazing education to increase student motivation to be active bystanders by monitoring impaired peers for signs of overdose, never leaving anyone alone to sleep it off, and intervening effectively when they are concerned about hazing.​​

Key Themes: Prevention Strategies

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Facilitators: Kristi Patrickus, J.D., Patrickus Consulting LLC, & Christina Parle, CP Education & Consulting

Abstract: When something goes wrong with a student organization, whose job is it to fix it? We preach self-governance but then do very little teaching on the concept. We want student organizations to hold each other accountable internally, but are we meeting our responsibility to support them in creating the systems and structures of self-governance? In this session, we will describe self-governance, highlight the skills of engaging in difficult conversations and accountability in an effort to move them toward self-governance, and how self-governance can be used as a prevention tool. ​

Key Themes: Prevention Strategies, Collaboration/Relationship Building, Accountability

Facilitator: Dan Welter, Director of Center for Fraternity and Sorority Life, Washington State University ​

Abstract: Washington State University engaged in the inaugural cohort of the Piazza Center’s Hazing and Hazardous Drinking Community of Practice. Collaborating with a research team, WSU aimed to implement, evaluate, and develop effective research-based practices. This presentation reviews year 2 survey results, highlighting students’ commitment to hazing prevention education, understanding of policies, program impact, and insights into new member activities.​​

Key Themes: Investigation Best Practice, Prevention Strategies, Strategic Planning

Facilitator: Alex Salemme, Hazing Prevention and Response Specialist, University of Washington ​

Abstract: This session introduces participants to the hazing investigation model developed by the University of Washington—a flexible and scalable framework that institutions of any size and structure can implement. Designed for professionals across student affairs, conduct, and prevention fields, this program offers a comprehensive overview of the model’s core components.​

Zoom Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/93613185740​

Key Themes: Investigation Practices, Accountability

Collin Bannister is a student at Washington State University, where he is earning a degree in Philosophy Pre-Law. He currently serves as the President of the Washington Student Association and previously worked as a student lobbyist for the Associated Students of Washington State University. 

For ASWSU, Collin represented students for three of Washington’s legislative sessions. In his first year at the legislature, he became involved with hazing prevention policies and helped support increasing the penalty and accountability for hazing. After WSU, he aspires to attend law school and pursue public service.