Explore Their Story

Behind every hazing tragedy is a person whose life, dreams, family, and future mattered. We share these stories to honor their lives, preserve their legacies, and inspire people to recognize, prevent, and speak out against hazing.

Select a name below to learn more about their story and the organizations carrying their legacy forward.

Robert Darnell Champion

A gifted musician and drum major whose legacy continues through education, advocacy, and efforts to prevent hazing and violence.

Visit the Robert D. Champion Drum Major for Change Foundation

Tucker W. Hipps

A Clemson University student remembered for his leadership, compassion, faith, and commitment to helping others.

Visit the Tucker W. Hipps Memorial Foundation

Timothy J. Piazza

A Penn State engineering student remembered for his kindness, humor, generous heart, and dream of helping children through prosthetic technology.

Button: Visit the Timothy J. Piazza Memorial Foundation

Max Gruver

An aspiring journalist remembered as a kind and generous young man whose story continues to advance hazing awareness, education, policy, and legal advocacy.

Button: Visit the Max Gruver Foundation