“Sodomy occurs in many boys’ teams and is favored because it is the quickest way to completely humiliate a victim,” said Susan Lipkins, a psychologist and author of the book “Preventing Hazing: How Parents, Teachers, and Coaches Can Stop the Violence, Harassment, and Humiliation.” “There is no escape, and the victims’ own sexual identity is often questioned.”
The Washington Post
School system attorney: Attack by broomstick-wielding football players charged with rape didn’t constitute sexual assault
August 13, 2021
Hazing is a dangerous, but deeply-embedded part of fraternity life. But following the tragic hazing deaths of students like Penn State's Tim Piazza, states are finally beginning to change their laws against it. Communities and college campuses across the country are now questioning how and why hazing still exists, especially when its damaging implications span well beyond the frat house.
Dr. Susan Lipkins
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Dr. Susan Lipkins, a psychologist for over twenty years, specializes in campus conflict and violence in high schools and colleges. She has appeared as an expert in hazing on CBS, NBC, ABC, CNN, ESPN, SKYTV, and has been interviewed on many radio programs. In addition, she has been quoted and published in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Post, The Washington Post, The Daily News, as well as many other magazines worldwide. Read more...
Appearances by Dr. Lipkins
Oprah, ESPN, Dr. Phil, Katie, and more...
The Guardian
‘Nobody called 911’: what can be done to change the culture of hazing at US colleges?
The rate of perilous hazing incidents has ticked up at colleges across the country, and in many cases schools have limited power to stop it.
June 23, 2022
National Catholic Reporter
California's Mater Dei High School, a Catholic football powerhouse, faces hazing and assault allegations
The impact of hazing on victims can be significant, said Susan Lipkins, a New York-based psychologist and author who specializes in high school ...
June 21, 2022
nj.com
Wounds that never heal
N.J. hazing incidents are often quickly forgotten. But for victims, they last forever.
March 13, 2022
ABD 13 News
Experts weigh in on hazing, what steps schools can take to help break 'code of silence'
February 22nd, 2022
Portland Press Herald
Police voiced frustration with Brunswick school officials during hazing investigation
December 15, 2021
nj.com
Another hazing scandal rocks N.J. football. Why does this keep happening?
Nov. 14, 2021
ABC10.com
UC Davis baseball head coach resigns after hazing investigation
November 12, 2021
Letter to the editor in response to:
Sexual Assault Accusations Sour More Students Against Fraternity Row
October 2, 2021
Newsweek
Anti-Hazing "Collin's Law" Named After Student Who Died Now in Effect in Ohio
October 8, 2021
Lewiston Sun Journal
Superintendent: Brunswick school district to complete hazing investigation by next week
September 22, 2021
The Washington Post
School system attorney: Attack by broomstick-wielding football players charged with rape didn’t constitute sexual assault
August 13, 2021
Richmond Times-Dispatch
The long downfall of Delta Chi, the fraternity VCU banned following a student's death
July 17, 2021
Humboldt County’s news podcast
Expert discusses hazing after HSU women’s softball suspension – Redheaded Blackbelt
May 2, 2021
Indiana Daily Student
Kappa Kappa Gamma hazing allegations
March 11. 2021
washingtonpost.com
Sexual Assault Against Boys Is a Crisis. It’s far more common than we think. Here’s why we don’t talk about it
February 22, 2021
amherst.com
Parents Pledge: Williamsville couple continues to honor late son through anti-hazing organization
February 4, 2020
ctnewsonline.com
Hazing policy under review by district officials
January 7, 2020
Dispatch.com
Felony charges highlight dangers of hazing
November 24, 2019
thedailybeast.com
The Coaches Accused of Covering Up Sex Abuse at La Vernia High School Are Still Running Texas Teams
November 19, 2019
The Mel Robbins Show
PTSD and Hazing
October 30, 2019
WBNS 10TV.com
The hidden effects of hazing: What parents need to look out for
October 11, 2019
Mercurynews.com
Gilroy High football players struggle after alleged locker room sexual assault. Experts say such attacks are increasing
October 12, 2019
healthday.com
Teen Sexting Can Be Warning Sign of Other Risky Behaviors
June 17, 2019
lionsroarnews.com
Effects of hazing linger nationally
April 9, 2019
journal-news.com
Expert: Incidents like alleged ‘brutal’ Miami hazing incident won’t stop in ‘code of silence’ culture
April 1, 2019
mont.thesentinel.com
Third suspect in alleged Damascus HS rape will be moved to juvenile court
March 24, 2019
bethesdamagazine.com
Third Damascus High Rape Case Sent to Juvenile Court
March 14, 2019
wtop.com
3rd Damascus High School student charged in locker room assault was attacked as freshman
March 14, 2019
fox5dc.com
Another Damascus HS student rape case moved to juvenile court
March 15, 2019
CBC.ca
Hazing and Alleged Sexual Assault
November 19, 2018 on CBC News Network with Carole MacNeil
OKCFOX.com
Toxic traditions? Alleged sexual assault, violence creeps way into team hazing rituals
October 26, 2018
CNN.com
They Pledge. Get Hazed. The Cycle Continues
August 27, 2018
Tulsaworld.com
Foul Play: Shining a light on the dark, hidden world of sexualized hazing in high school athletics
March 25, 2018
See Dr. Lipkins in an ESPN special: Hazing: the hidden horror
Tues. Sept. 13, 2017 @ 10pm on ESPN
HLN: Hazing Death
Across America with Carol Costello On Head Line News (HLN)
Nov 13, 2017
WOSU Public Radio
Hazing on College Campuses
October 5, 2017
Chicago Tribune
Putting an end to hazing takes more than written policies, experts say
September 29, 2017
ESPN
Hazing at Wheaton and Bucknell College-Outside The Lines (OTL)
September 20, 2017