What can you recommend to replace hazing as initiation rite in school-based fraternities?
Initiations don’t have to be physical. If for the reason that hazing promotes closeness within a fraternity, it’s a lie. Closeness can be attained without physical contact. I was a sorority member in my college days and our initiation was all psychological. One can argue that women are different from men. Yes, that’s true. But we were able to foster closeness without any physical contact. I believe fraternities can do the same. So, how about changing the style of initiation rites from one that inflict physical harm on a person to one that only challenges mental alertness and aptitude? I think this is a lot better than inflicting physical injury and giving pain when none should be.
