It is important to acknowledge and celebrate those who take a stand against hazing and actively work towards preventing it. To recognize such individuals, the Hazing Prevention Network established the Hank Nuwer Anti-Hazing Hero Award. This award is given to individuals who have demonstrated exceptional courage and leadership by standing up against hazing in their organizations and on their campuses. These heroes have played a crucial role in raising awareness about the negative consequences of hazing and have helped educate others about the dangers associated with this harmful practice. By recognizing and honoring these anti-hazing heroes, we can inspire others to follow in their footsteps and work towards creating a safer and more inclusive environment for all individuals. Together, we can make a difference and put an end to hazing once and for all.
The award is named in honor of Hank Nuwer, a long-time anti-hazing journalist and the author of four books and a blog on the subject. He is a former member of the HPN Board of Directors.
The Hank Nuwer Anti-Hazing Hero Award is sponsored by:
Do you know someone who has been heroic enough to expose hazing, speak out against it or in some way worked to combat this dangerous practice? Nominate them for the Hank Nuwer Anti-Hazing Hero Award.
Deadline: The deadline for consideration for 2024 is June 1, 2024. However, we accept nominations year round for future consideration.
Past Hero Award Recipients:
2008
Matthew Modansky
2009
Adam Hasner
2011
Tyler Bellick
Molly Peirano
Michael Richards
Amanda Singh
Josh Strange
Sarah Wild
2014
Andrew Jordan Fischette
Hillary Holt
Lianne Kowiak
Dr. Paulette Walker
2016
Trey Ackel
Dakota Benjamin
Justin Burns
Colin Schlank
Debbie Smith, MM
2017
Michelle Guobadia
Mark Teixeira
Monica Youngblood
2018
Jim and Evelyn Piazza
Devon A. Marrett
2019
Rae Ann and Steve Gruver
David Westol
2024
Cornelia “Hoku” Halinak
Gina Keucher
Eric Oakes
Mindy Sopher
David Stollman
Sean Wagner
Courtney White, Ed.D.
(If you are aware of someone missing from this list, please email us.)
