In 15th-century Europe, hazing new students wasn’t just a custom, it was mandatory and inflicted by the administration. The purpose was to rid new students of their “their pride, gluttony, and other sins.” In other words, to take them down a notch. Only then were they deemed ready to learn.
One of the worst hazing rituals took place in Germany in Sweden during the late 1400s. It was called Deposition, and applicants had to go through it before they were even admitted to the university.Once everyone was ready, the Depositor passed…
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