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Lets just call a spade a spade ok? ITs forced labor. ITs non-voluntary public service. Or communiy service. In fact the article makes the same comparison that you alluded to, its similar to court mandated service.
Now I don't have a real problem with this type of forced labor, I don't think I would necesarily blink an eye at it. Although if my child didn't want to do it on ethical grounds i would defend that position.
In terms of student organizations: I have never been in a student organization that I was compelled to join that forced me to do service. These kids are in a public high school, they don't have a realistic option of changing schools in protest. Also, these are citizens with no enfranchisement. They don't vote and have no real voice. That is why the article makes the point of saying that you could never get away with this in an adult organization.
As far as a Greek organization: You can do almost anything as long as someone doesn't complain or get hurt. Let me assure you if someone gets hurt during a mandated event that looks forced, some plaintiff's attourney will work the whole hazing angle.
Just as a reminder, active members can also be hazed.
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