Hazing is prohibited by the State of California , the University of California as well as the Panhellenic, IFC and National Panhellenic Greek Councils. Greek members are responsible for adherence to a self imposed Greek Social Code as well as an Anti-Hazing Agreement. There is a no-tolerance policy for hazing at UC Berkeley and any incidents are handled directly by Student Judicial Affairs. Fraternities and Sororities attempt to instill leadership and confidence in their members. The new member education process should be viewed as one by which new members come to understand the chapter's history, goals and management. These orientation programs will challenge and invite new members to become informed members and effective chapter leaders.