University of Pennsylvania to Include Hazing Data in Annual Security Report
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The University of Pennsylvania (Penn) will expand its Annual Security Report (ASR) to include data related to hazing incidents, in compliance with the recently enacted Stand-In-For-Prevention (SIFP) act, also known as the SHCA. this change,driven by the Clery Act,aims to increase clarity and prioritize the prevention of hazing on campus.Penn will begin including these statistics in its 2026 ASR.
Understanding the Regulations: Clery act, SCHA, and UCR
Several federal and state regulations govern campus safety reporting. Here’s a breakdown:
* The Clery Act: A federal law requiring colleges and universities that participate in federal student aid programs to publish annual security reports and disclose campus crime statistics. https://clerycenter.org/
* The Stand-In-For-Prevention (SIFP) Act (SCHA): Pennsylvania legislation requiring institutions of higher education to report hazing incidents alongside Clery Act statistics. This act aims to provide a more comprehensive picture of campus safety.
* The Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Act: A Pennsylvania requirement mandating colleges and universities to share security policies, procedures, and crime statistics with students, employees, and applicants. Information is available to prospective students and employees upon request.
Accessing Penn’s Annual Security Report
Penn’s most recent ASR, containing information as of 2025, is available for review online: https://www.publicsafety.upenn.edu/ASR/2025_ASR_PENN.pdf.
A paper copy of the report can be requested by contacting the office of the Vice President for Public Safety:
* Phone: (215) 898-7515
* Email: vp@publicsafety.upenn.edu
Key Takeaways
* Penn is proactively enhancing its campus safety reporting to comply with new state legislation.
* The inclusion of hazing data will provide greater transparency regarding this serious issue.
* Students, employees, and the public have access to Penn’s ASR online and via request.
* Multiple regulations – the Clery Act, SCHA, and UCR – contribute to comprehensive campus safety reporting requirements.
–Division of Public Safety