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An 18-year-old Northern Arizona University student died after attending a fraternity rush event; three Delta Tau Delta leaders were charged with hazing as NAU suspended the fraternity during an internal review. Police say alcohol was consumed at the Friday night event, and investigators are awaiting the medical examiner's determination of the death’s cause.
Three Delta Tau Delta members at Northern Arizona University were arrested on hazing charges after an 18-year-old student died at an off-campus fraternity event. Authorities indicated alcohol may have been consumed during the gathering, and investigators are continuing to review evidence and consult the medical examiner to determine the cause of death. NAU issued a statement emphasizing safety and accountability.
Three Delta Tau Delta fraternity members were arrested on hazing charges after an 18-year-old NAU student died during a pledge event, with authorities noting alcohol involvement; NAU suspended the fraternity and the three students appeared in court with bail set and next hearings scheduled.
A Rutgers University fraternity has been ordered to cease operations after a 19-year-old student was critically injured in an incident under investigation for possible hazing. The fraternity has suspended its chapter and is cooperating with authorities, emphasizing its stance against hazing and promising to take strict action if hazing is confirmed. The university and law enforcement are continuing their investigation.
A gay college student recounts a transformative night of hazing and vulnerability in his fraternity, where he shared a traumatic secret, found acceptance, and challenged societal homophobia, ultimately discovering a supportive brotherhood that changed his life.
Pat Fitzgerald, former Northwestern football coach, reached a settlement with the university in his wrongful termination lawsuit related to hazing allegations in the football program. Fitzgerald maintained he was unaware of the hazing, which occurred without his knowledge, and the terms of the settlement were not disclosed. The university emphasized that Fitzgerald did not condone or direct hazing, and Fitzgerald expressed a desire to return to coaching.
Northwestern and former football coach Pat Fitzgerald settled a $130 million wrongful termination lawsuit related to hazing allegations, with Fitzgerald denying knowledge of hazing and emphasizing his clean record, while the university highlighted efforts to prevent future hazing. The case was set for trial but was resolved through settlement, allowing Fitzgerald potential opportunities to return to coaching.
The USDA is using audio from the film 'Marriage Story' to scare wolves away from cattle in Oregon, employing drones with thermal cameras and loud sounds like fireworks and gunshots, which has significantly reduced cow deaths from wolf attacks.
A former Seton Hall baseball player has filed a lawsuit alleging severe hazing, sexual abuse, and misconduct within the university's baseball program, with claims that coaches failed to intervene, leading to emotional and physical harm. The lawsuit details disturbing rituals and abuse, prompting the university to conduct an independent investigation and face multiple legal challenges.
The University of Maryland's temporary suspension of Greek life activities has brought to light recent hazing allegations, including being burned with cigarettes, lying on nails, and other forms of abuse. The Maryland Attorney General's Office opposed a request for a restraining order from UMD fraternities, arguing that the school was authorized to impose restrictions while investigating serious hazing and alcohol abuse allegations. The suspension has been lifted for most fraternities and sororities, but five remain under investigation. Multiple anonymous complaints detailed severe hazing activities, prompting the university to take immediate action to prevent harm to students.
The University of Maryland received complaints of hazing and physical abuse at fraternities and sororities, including allegations of beating, burning, and forced consumption of non-food items. The university banned the organizations from recruiting or holding social events involving alcohol, prompting a lawsuit from Greek life chapters and students. The university argued that the ban was justified due to specific allegations and reports of hazing, while the plaintiffs claimed it violated their First Amendment rights. The university has lifted the ban on most Interfraternity Council and Panhellenic Council chapter organizations, but continues to investigate specific fraternities and sororities.
The University of Maryland has lifted restrictions on fraternities and sororities after two weeks, but is still investigating five fraternities and individual members for ongoing concerns, including hazing. Students have sued the school, claiming violations of their civil liberties, and a national coalition has backed the lawsuit. The university's actions were prompted by reports of misconduct and aimed at prioritizing safety and prevention. The school's multicultural Greek organizations and historically Black fraternities and sororities were not included in the restrictions, and 32 of the 37 groups under investigation have been allowed to resume activities.
The University of Maryland has suspended all social and recruitment events for its fraternities and sororities due to reports of unsafe activities, instructing them to have no contact with new or prospective members and to refrain from hosting events with alcohol. This action follows a similar suspension at the University of Virginia after an alleged hazing incident. The University of Maryland's suspension will remain in place indefinitely while an investigation is conducted, and comes in the wake of increased scrutiny on Greek life following incidents such as the death of Virginia Commonwealth University student Adam Oakes in 2021.
The University of Maryland has indefinitely suspended all fraternity and sorority activities following concerns of hazing and threats to the safety and well-being of the university community. This decision comes after an alleged hazing incident at the University of Virginia. The suspension includes a prohibition on alcohol-related events and a directive for current members to have no contact with new or prospective members.
The University of Maryland has suspended all social and recruitment activities for fraternities and sororities following reports of unsafe activities, pending an investigation. The suspension applies to all organizations affiliated with the Interfraternity Council and Panhellenic Council, and prohibits contact with new or prospective members as well as hosting events with alcohol. This action comes after recent hazing incidents at the University of Virginia and the 2021 death of a Virginia Commonwealth University student, prompting increased scrutiny and anti-hazing efforts in the Greek life community.