Title: Justice for Sanda Dia: The Consequences of Hazing In a recent development regarding the death of Sanda Dia, justice has finally been served after a three-year legal battle. Dia, a 20-year-old Black student at the Catholic University of Leuven, was a victim of hazing that resulted in his tragic death in 2018. Dia's death has highlighted the severity of hazing and the importance of taking a strong stance against this dangerous practice. It is crucial to acknowledge that hazing is not just a harmless tradition, but a form of abuse and violence that can have fatal consequences. The recent sentencing of Dia's perpetrators to fines and community service is a step towards ending hazing in universities and schools. It sends a clear message that such actions are not acceptable and will not be tolerated. It is time for all educational institutions to take a stand against hazing and implement strict policies that prohibit such practices. Students should be educated on the harm caused by hazing and the importance of speaking up against it. Let us honor Sanda Dia's memory by putting an end to hazing once and for all. The safety and well-being of students should be our top priority, and we must take action to ensure that no more lives are lost to this devastating practice. Sanda Dia, a 20-year-old Black student at the Catholic University of Leuven, died in 2018 after members of an elite fraternity forced him to drink fish oil, swallow goldfish and stand in an ice-filled trench.
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