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Initiations Cannot Be Condoned
At the start of this academic year each club president signed up to YUSU’s Social Policy, which states the following:
* Socials (and the activities within) are opt-in only & shall have no bearing on any team selection, status within the club/society, or club/society elections.
* The term ‘initiation’ will not be used. It is an inappropriate term for inclusive socials.
* Drinking should not be the theme of the social and members should be able to take part in all activities whether drinking alcohol or not.
* Members of YUSU will not apply what may be perceived as peer pressure upon individuals in any social situation.
* Club/Society executive committees are responsible for the welfare of their members and the adherence to these rules.
* Club/Society Presidents will be asked to sign this agreement.
Breaches of this policy may result in a disciplinary hearing, carried out by the York Sport President or the Student Activities Officer.
Any breach of the procedure may result in one or more of the following sanctions [for clubs]:
* Removal of individuals from BUCS Competition
* Removal of teams from BUCS Competition
* Removal of Clubs from BUCS Competition
* Expulsion of individuals from York Sport
* Expulsion of Clubs from York Sport
* Freezing of Bank Accounts
* Fines
After receiving a complaint about a video showing initiations held by the Hockey Club last weekend, the York Sport Committee discussed the issue and decided to fine the Hockey Club £200.
