Hazing – Any action or situation that recklessly or intentionally endangers the mental or physical health or safety of another for purposes including , but not limited to :
• Initiation into any organization operating under the sanction of a postsecondary institution
• Admission into any organization operating under the sanction of a postsecondary institution
• Affiliation with any organization operating under the sanction of a postsecondary institution
• The perpetuation or furtherance of a tradition or ritual of any organization operating under the sanction of a postsecondary institution
The term “ hazing ” includes , but is not limited to , pressuring or coercing another into violating state or federal law ; any brutality of a physical nature , such as whipping , beating , branding , exposure to the elements , forced consumption of any food , liquor , drug , or other substance , or other forced physical activity that could adversely affect the physical health or safety of another ; or any activity that would subject another to extreme mental stress , such as sleep deprivation , forced exclusion from social contact , forced conduct that could result in extreme embarrassment , or other forced activity that could adversely affect the mental health or dignity of another . The term does not include customary athletic events or other similar contests or competitions , or any activity or conduct that furthers a legal and legitimate objective .
Harassment – The College defines harassment as threats , intimidation , coercion , or any other conduct that places a reasonable person in fear of physical harm , through words or actions , or objectively disrupts a person ’ s daily activities , including education and employment . Harassment does not include conduct protected by the First Amendment .
Housing Conduct – Students residing in the College ’ s on-campus student housing facilities must adhere to any rules , regulations , and standards of conduct that are specific to that facility , including , but not limited to , the Housing Code of Conduct .
Identification of Students – Students are required to present proper identification when requested by authorized College officials . Any misrepresentation , alteration , or misuse of identification is prohibited . In addition , students are required to obtain a College-issued identification card as soon as practicable upon enrollment .
Illegal Drugs and Controlled Substances – The College cannot protect students from state and federal drug abuse laws and will cooperate fully with law enforcement agencies . All applicants for admission to Eastern Florida State College shall certify in writing that they will not engage in the unlawful manufacture , distribution , dispensation , possession , or use of a controlled substance during enrollment at EFSC , according to the College ’ s Drug-Free Policy .
This means students :
• Will not use , possess , purchase , solicit , sell , manufacture , distribute , or deliver ( or possess with intent to unlawfully use , purchase , solicit , sell , manufacture , distribute , or deliver ) narcotics , controlled substances , or prescription medication without a personal prescription or other illegal drugs .
• Will notify the College within five ( 5 ) business days of any conviction for any offense occurring on or away from campus relating to the possession , sale , purchase , delivery , use , manufacture , or
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