17 (10) Upon approval of the anti-hazing policy of a Florida College System institution or state university and of the rules and penalties adopted pursuant thereto, the institution shall provide a copy of such policy, rules, and penalties to each student enrolled in that institution and shall require the inclusion of such policy, rules, and penalties in the bylaws of every organization operating under the sanction of the institution. (11) a. This subsection and subsection (12) may be cited as “Andrew’s Law.” b. A person may not be prosecuted under this section if he or she establishes all of the following: a. That he or she was present at an event where, as a result of hazing, a person appeared to be in need of immediate medical assistance. b. That he or she was the first person to call 911 or campus security to report the need for immediate medical assistance. c. That he or she provided his or her own name, the address where immediate medical assistance was needed, and a description of the medical issue to the 911 operator or campus security at the time of the call. d. That he or she remained at the scene with the person in need of immediate medical assistance until such medical assistance, law enforcement, or campus security arrived and that he or she cooperated with such personnel on the scene. (12) Notwithstanding subsection (11), a person is immune from prosecution under this section if the person establishes that, before medical assistance, law enforcement, or campus security arrived on the scene of a hazing event, the person rendered aid to the hazing victim. For purposes of this subsection, “aid” includes, but is 1not limited to, rendering cardiopulmonary resuscitation to the victim, clearing an airway for the victim to breathe, using a defibrillator to assist the victim, or rendering any other assistance to the victim which the person intended in good faith to stabilize or improve the victim’s condition while waiting for medical assistance, law enforcement, or campus security to arrive. How to report Hazing at NSU To report hazing at NSU, students, faculty, or community members should contact the Dean of Student’s Office or the Fraternity and Sorority Life Office, as hazing is a direct violation of NSU’s Code of Student Conduct and Florida state law (Florida Statute 1006.63). Reports can be made in person, via email, or through designated university reporting forms. If the hazing incident includes elements of sexual misconduct, it should also be reported to NSU’s Title IX Office through nova.edu/title-ix. In situations where immediate danger or criminal activity is suspected, individuals should contact the NSU Public Safety Department or local law enforcement. NSU maintains strict protections against retaliation and assures confidentiality for those who report hazing. Additionally, individuals can submit anonymous reports through the National AntiHazing Hotline, which forwards concerns to the appropriate institution or organization. When reporting, it is helpful to include specific details such as dates, times, locations, and names of those involved, as well as any documentation or evidence available. NSU takes all reports seriously and will conduct a thorough investigation in accordance with university policy and applicable law. Hazing Prevention at NSU NSU implements a range of prevention and awareness programs related to hazing, in alignment with institutional policy and state law. These research-informed, campus-wide initiatives are designed to educate students, staff, and faculty about hazing prevention and ethical leadership.
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