The Office of Student Accountability & Restorative Practices (OSARP) maintains the organizational records for recognized student organizations and student groups, and they are publicly available as outlined in the “Records – Recognized Student Organizations and Student Groups” portion of the Student Handbook. Organizational records are presented in two different tables below:
- Pending alleged policy violation(s) in the Organizational Accountability Process (the table will only display below if there are recognized student organizations or student groups with pending alleged policy violation(s)
- Finding(s) and/or outcome(s) that meet the criteria for an organizational record, as outlined in the “Records – Recognized Student Organizations and Student Groups” portion of the Student Handbook
- “Investigation Initiated” and “Investigation Concluded” in the organizational records below refers to the initiation and conclusion of the process in which alleged misconduct is addressed for a recognized student organization or student group.
The university provides this information publicly so members of the community, including current, prospective, and future members of recognized student organizations and student groups, stay informed regarding organizational records. In addition, § 23.1-819 through § 23.1-822 of the Code of Virginia (Adam’s Law) requires the university to “publicly report actual findings of violations of the institution's code of conduct or of federal or state laws pertaining to hazing that are reported to campus authorities or local law enforcement.” For more information on Adam’s Law and the required hazing prevention training for members of the university community, please visit the Office of Student Life’s website.
Prior to August 2024, the investigation and review of alleged misconduct for recognized student organizations and student groups was conducted by other offices at the university. Organizational records created before August 2024 may display different processes, policies, and/or terminology than outlined in the current Organizational Accountability Process coordinated by OSARP. For organizational records created after August 2024, use the following links for more information:
The organizational records table below will display information for any recognized student organization or student group that has been suspended or expelled from JMU, except for the following who lost recognition prior to OSARP coordinating the Organizational Accountability Process:
- Alpha Tau Omega ‑ Lost recognition in Fall 2015 due to multiple violations of probation
- Delta Chi (also known as: Pi Beta Chi, Crosskeys Society) ‑ Lost recognition in Fall 2013 due to hazing (forced calisthenics and underage drinking)
- Sigma Chi (also known as: Iota Chi, Sigma Iota Chi) ‑ Lost recognition in Fall 2015 due to hazing, issues with drugs/alcohol, and multiple risk management concerns
For questions regarding organizational records, please contact our office.
Pending Cases*
*A recognized student organization or student group with a pending case is presumed to be Not Responsible for all alleged policy violation(s). The Organizational Accountability Process is initiated based on alleged misconduct and/or other allegations; no decisions have been made for any recognized student organization or student group that has a pending case.
| Investigation Initiated | Organization (Oversight Office) | Date Reported to OSARP | Alleged Policy Violation(s) and Date(s) of Alleged Incident(s) |
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| 2024-11-21 | Kappa Delta Rho (Fraternity and Sorority Life) | 2024-11-21 | Alcohol; Endangerment; Hazing (dates of alleged incidents: 2022-2023 academic year) - Alcohol; Endangerment; Hazing (date of alleged incident: 11-12-2024)
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| 2024-11-20 | Sigma Phi Epsilon (Fraternity and Sorority Life) | 2024-11-14 | Alcohol; Endangerment; Hazing (dates of alleged incidents: Spring 2022)
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| 2024-11-13 | Beta Theta Pi (Fraternity and Sorority Life) | 2024-11-03 | Endangerment; Hazing (date of alleged incident: within the two weeks before 11-3-2024); Noncompliance; Noncompliance; Noncompliance (dates of alleged incidents: 11-4-2024, 11-6-2024 and 11-7-2024)
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| 2024-11-13 | Cosmic (Unrecognized Student Group) | 2024-11-07 | Hazing (date of alleged incident: 10-1-2024)
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| 2024-11-07 | Ski and Snowboard Racing Team (University Recreation) | 2024-10-31 | Alcohol; Hazing (date of alleged incident: 9-20-2024)
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| 2024-11-01 | Delta Tau Delta (Fraternity and Sorority Life) | 2024-10-31 | Alcohol, Hazing, and Endangerment (2024-2025 academic year); Alcohol (2nd Count), Hazing (2nd Count), and Endangerment (2nd Count) (2023-2024 academic year); Alcohol (3rd Count), Hazing (3rd Count), and Endangerment (3rd Count) (2022-2023 academic year)
A full Interim Suspension of all organizational activities, including but not limited to: chapter meetings, new member events, activities associated with the new member process, new member recruitment through an official university process, initiation of new members through an official university process, using resources provided by JMU, co-sponsoring or participating in any or all university-sponsored social, intramural, athletic, or other similar activities on university owned or operated property or off campus. Only three exceptions to the full Interim Suspension of all organizational activities will be permitted as listed below: - The ability to facilitate education associated with assigned outcomes from a previous process if the JMU or Chapter Adviser, Fraternity and Sorority Life staff member, or staff from national headquarters are in attendance. - The ability for 10 members (matching the names provided to OSARP on 11/7/24) to attend the initiation of the new Delta Chapter at Virginia Tech on November 16, 2024, to attend practice for the ceremonies, and to perform the ceremonies. These 10 members are not permitted to attend the banquet following the ceremonies or any other events other than the practice and performance of the ceremonies. These 10 members must either be accompanied by the Chapter Adviser to this event or must contact a FSL staff member when they depart from and return to Harrisonburg on November 16, 2024. According to time frames provided by DTD Headquarters, this will mean the time frame of travel and participation in this event should be, at most, 7am-6pm on November 16, 2024. All 10 members must travel to and back from this event together. To prepare for the ceremony performance, these 10 members are permitted to have a total of 5 hours to practice together with their Chapter Adviser in attendance at the practice. - The ability to hold a chapter meeting on campus with two agenda items. The first agenda item will be hosting the Investigator from OSARP to go over the current organizational investigation process with the membership and answer any questions. The second agenda item will be to hold elections. This chapter meeting must have your Chapter or JMU Adviser in attendance. - All three exceptions are required to be completely alcohol-free. |
| 2024-10-22 | Phi Buda ruda (Student Leadership and Involvement) | 2024-10-15 | Alcohol; Hazing (date of alleged incident(s): unknown)
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| 2024-10-11 | Acacia (Fraternity and Sorority Life) | 2024-10-11 | Alcohol; Endangerment; Hazing; Physical Force or Attempted Physical Force (date of alleged incident - 10-5-24)
A full interim suspension of all organizational activities, including but not limited to: new member events, activities associated with the new member process, new member recruitment through an official university process, initiation of new members through an official university process, co-sponsoring or participating in any or all university-sponsored social, intramural, athletic, or other similar activities on university owned or operated property or off campus. - The only exceptions to the full interim suspension will be the ability to use resources provided by JMU, conduct chapter meetings (using Acacia curriculum only), hold philanthropic events, and conduct new member education (using Acacia curriculum only). All curriculum used in the chapter meetings and new member education must be reviewed with a member of the FSL staff prior to implementation. - In addition, these exceptions must be completely alcohol-free events and must be hosted on JMU’s campus. |
Organizational Records
| Investigation Concluded | Organization (Oversight Office) | Date Reported to JMU | Investigation Initiated | Findings, Incident Descriptions, and Incident Dates | Outcomes |
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| 2024-08-28 | Dukettes (Marching Royal Dukes) | 2023-08-27 | 2023-09-22 | Hazing (Responsible)
In the course of investigating a report of hazing, it was determined that at an event on 8/19/23 the following behaviors occurred: assigned designated driving responsibilities; required attendance at an event where members were blindfolded in a stress-inducing environment and made to answer questions; pressured alcohol consumption. It was also determined that during Fall 2023 the following behaviors occurred: compelled participation in a scavenger hunt. |
Probation through the end of the Spring 2025 academic semester
Educational training regarding Hazing facilitated by Dirron Allen to be completed by October 1, 2024 |
| 2024-07-08 | Delta Delta Delta (Fraternity and Sorority Life) | 2024-04-29 | 2024-04-29 | Alcohol (Responsible); Endangerment (Responsible); Hazing (Responsible)
In the course of investigating a report of hazing, it was determined that at a pass down event in April 2023 the following behaviors occurred: alcohol provided to underage members; alcohol consumed by underage members; members were asked embarrassing questions. It was also determined that at a pass down event on 4/26/2024 the following behaviors occurred: members were forced to wear embarrassing costumes; calisthenics; alcohol provided to underage members; alcohol consumed by underage members. |
Disciplinary Probation through Spring 2025, including once-a-month review meetings between a FSL staff member, Delta Delta Delta Headquarters Staff Member, the President and/or designated Executive Team member(s) in attendance.
During these meetings, chapter leaders receive additional support on stewarding chapter culture change and maintenance of safe social practices
Social event safety education to be facilitated by the JMU staff with 80% chapter attendance/completion. The chapter may not hold a social event with alcohol until this program is completed. Proof of completion with attendance records to be provided to the FSL team, completed once the chapter schedules Sisterhood development program facilitated by Tri-Delta headquarters staff, due October 1, 2024 Review of the “Senior Sendoff” event and proposed new version to be approved by the FSL team and headquarters staff, due October 1, 2024 Complete any sanctions Delta Delta Delta headquarters requires of the JMU chapter |
| 2024-05-15 | Phi Mu (Fraternity and Sorority Life) | 2024-04-22 | 2024-04-25 | Alcohol (Responsible); Hazing (Not Responsible)
In the course of investigating a report of alleged hazing, it was determined that at an event on 4/18/2024 the following behaviors occurred: unregistered alcohol event; high-risk consumption of alcohol. |
Disciplinary Probation through Fall 2024, including once-a-month review meetings between a FSL staff member, Phi Mu Headquarters Staff Member, the President and/or designated Executive Team member(s) in attendance. During these meetings, chapter leaders receive additional support on stewarding chapter culture change and maintenance of safe social practices
Alcohol misuse prevention and social safety education to be facilitated by the Phi Mu Headquarters team with 80% chapter attendance/completion - Proof of completion with attendance records to be provided to the FSL team, complete by October 1, 2024 Complete any sanctions Phi Mu headquarters requires of the JMU chapter |
| 2024-05-10 | Phi Chi Theta (Student Leadership and Involvement) | 2024-02-18 | 2024-04-05 | Hazing (Responsible)
In the course of investigating a report of hazing, it was determined that at events on 9/13/23 and 2/15/24 the following behaviors occurred: asked questions in intimidating circumstances. It was also determined that during Spring 2024, the following behaviors occurred: required the completion of non-relevant but time intensive tasks (interviewing 90%+ of members with threat of failure); physical activity (rock climbing); new members swiping members into dining facilities. |
Disciplinary Probation through Fall 2024
Once-a-month review meetings between a SLI staff member, Administrative Office Staff Member, the President and/or designated Executive Team member(s) in attendance. During these meetings, chapter leaders receive additional support on stewarding chapter culture change and maintenance of non-hazing member practices Review and approval of the new member process with a member of the Administrative Office and a member of the SLI team to develop a new process that fosters a culture of inclusion and belonging; specifically, the interview program needs revisions. The process review will need to specifically address the amount of active member interviews required of new members and the interview night held in Grafton-Stovall Theater (due September 30, 2024) Adhere to any additional HQ requirements. |
| 2024-05-06 | Delta Tau Delta (Fraternity and Sorority Life) | 2024-03-26 | 2024-03-27 | Alcohol (Responsible); Hazing (Not Responsible)
In the course of investigating a report of alleged hazing, it was determined that at an event on 3/21/24 the following behaviors occurred: alcohol provided to underage members; alcohol consumed by underage members. |
Disciplinary Probation (through May 2025) including once-a-month review meetings between a FSL staff member, Administrative Office Staff Member, Advisory Board member and the President and/or designated Executive Team member(s) in attendance. During these meetings, chapter leaders receive additional support on stewarding chapter culture change and maintenance of alcohol use practices
Membership Re-commitment process (due by September 7, 2024): Process managed by Headquarters team. Once the chapter completes the below sanctions, they will need to re-commit to the new direction of the chapter. A list of all chapter members who sign the re-commitment documentation is to be provided via an updated roster to the FSL team and to reflected in the roster in the Be Involved student organization platform New Member Education Workshops (Executive Board workshop completed by August 1, 2024 virtually with headquarters staff. 80% of full chapter membership completed by September 7, 2024 with headquarters staff) Structured review of risk prevention policies and procedures before the first social event with alcohol by Headquarters staff from which the chapter will produce an event management checklist for the FSL team Comply with any outcomes determined by the headquarters administrative team |
| 2024-02-08 | Sigma Rho Mu (Student Leadership and Involvement) | 2023-10-12 | 2023-12-11 | Hazing (Responsible)
In the course of investigating a report of hazing, it was determined that at events on 9/20/23 and 9/21/23 the following behaviors occurred: asked embarrassing questions in intimidating circumstances. It was also determined that at events on 10/8/23 and 10/22/23 the following behaviors occurred: required the completion of non-relevant but time intensive tasks. |
Disciplinary Probation through Fall 2024
The Adviser must attend at least one general body meeting a month through Fall 2024 Create an entirely new, new member program that is no more than 6 weeks in length with the help of Student Leadership and Involvement that does not include any of the practices, requirements, or activities from the past programs and the organization may not recruit until it is approved by Student Leadership and Involvement, completed by April 1, 2024 Revision to constitution regarding officers (working with Student Leadership and Involvement) Create a separate position “New Member Educator” from “Grievance Manager”, completed by April 1, 2024 Recommendation: Recruit a “New Member Education Advisor” to specifically support recruitment and training of new members separate from the organizational advisor, completed by May 2, 2024 |
| 2024-01-29 | Sigma Kappa (Fraternity and Sorority Life) | 2023-09-30 | 2023-11-09 | Alcohol (Responsible); Endangerment (Responsible); Hazing (Responsible)
In the course of investigating a report of hazing, it was determined that at an event on 9/22/22 the following behaviors occurred: alcohol provided to underage members; alcohol consumed by underage members; alcohol not properly monitored and distributed. It was also determined that during Fall 2022 the following behaviors occurred: assigned sober monitoring. It was also determined that during big/little reveals on 10/27/22 and 10/28/22 the following behaviors occurred: the use of blindfolds on new members during kidnappings performed by older members and strangers; alcohol provided to underage members; alcohol consumed by underage members. It was also determined that at a pass down event on 4/22/23 the following behaviors occurred: alcohol provided to underage members; alcohol consumed by underage members; alcohol not properly monitored and distributed at an organization event; forced consumption of alcohol; forced to wear embarrassing costumes. |
Restriction of Privilege: Social restriction, through Spring 2024 – The chapter will be restricted to participating in and hosting events that are dry only (no alcohol), with the exception of an end of the year Formal, which must follow all Sigma Kappa policies and practices as outlined by Sigma Kappa headquarters
Disciplinary Probation, through Spring 2025, with once-a-month review meetings with the Associate Director of FSL, headquarters staff member, and the President and/or designated executive team member(s) in attendance on chapter progress on stewarding chapter culture change and growth/maintenance of non-hazing new member practices “Senior Pass Downs” and “Big/Little Reveal” plan review for which the chapter will work with Sigma Kappa headquarters staff, their advisory board, and JMU FSL Office Staff to craft a plan to host these events moving forward, taking into account the health and safety of all participants. The chapter should design the plan and submit it for review to the FSL Office staff prior to the next iteration of the events (March 29th, 2024) New Member Experience workshop conducted by Sigma Kappa headquarters to emphasize the values of Sigma Kappa and to ensure the chapter abides by headquarters approved practices when onboarding new members into the chapter (November 1st, 2024) Sober Monitor/Health and Safety Education: The chapter needs to attend a training/development workshop facilitated by JMU FSL tram with 100% chapter attendance (provide proof of completion to FSL Office - December 1st, 2024) The chapter is strongly encouraged to plan events ONLY with University recognized student organizations, for the health and safety of the members of Sigma Kappa (through Spring 2025) |
| 2023-12-15 | Pi Sigma Epsilon (Student Leadership and Involvement) | 2023-09-18 | 2023-10-26 | Hazing (Responsible)
In the course of investigating a report of hazing, it was determined that at an event on 9/11/23 the following behaviors occurred: new members were forced to answer embarrassing and sexual questions. It was also determined that during Fall 2023 the following behaviors occurred: new members were prohibited from wearing particular items of clothing; new members forced to interview members. |
Disciplinary Probation through Fall 2025
Removal of certain executive members Prevent certain students from seeing future leadership roles until certain education is completed Campus visit with Pi Sigma Epsilon staff member - February 2024 Pi Sigma Epsilon HQ staff should be involved in next election - February 2024 Shift in executive board terms - May 2, 2024 Comprehensive review of New Member Selection and Onboarding Program with help from Pi Sigma Epsilon HQ staff and JMU staff - May 2, 2024 Risk Management education - May 2, 2024 Adhere to any additional HQ requirements |
| 2023-11-03 | Delta Tau Delta (Fraternity and Sorority Life) | 2023-04-27 | 2023-08-31 | Hazing (Responsible)
In the course of investigating a report of hazing, it was determined that during Spring 2023 the following behaviors occurred: new members were required to swipe members into dining facilities; new members were prohibited from wearing certain clothing items; new members were required to attend a particular number of study hours; new members were required to work the entrances of events; the organization failed to follow university policy on the length/duration of the new member process. |
Disciplinary Probation through December 2024, including once-a-month review meetings between a FSL staff member, Administrative Office Staff Member, Advisory Board member and the President and/or designated Executive Team member(s) in attendance. During these meetings, chapter leaders receive additional support on stewarding chapter culture change and maintenance of non-hazing member practices
Submit a clear new member program to the FSL office - December 1, 2023 Comply with any outcomes determined by the headquarters administrative team |
| 2023-09-18 | Student Ambassadors (Student Leadership and Involvement) | 2023-03-23 | 2023-04-03 | Alcohol (Responsible); Hazing (Responsible)
In the course of investigating a report of hazing, it was determined that during Spring 2022, in May 2022, at weekly events during Fall 2022, at weekly events during Spring 2023, and at an event on either 2/17/23 or 2/18/23, the following behaviors occurred: alcohol provided to underage members; alcohol consumed by underage members; forced consumption of alcohol. It was also determined that at an event on 3/24/23 the following behaviors occurred: alcohol provided to underage members; alcohol consumed by underage members; forced consumption of alcohol; embarrassing costumes. |
Disciplinary Probation through September 2024 with the organization’s leadership having a once-a-month review meeting to include a Student Life staff member and Office of Admissions staff member. During these meetings, organization leaders will receive additional support on stewarding culture change, hosting safe bonding/social activities, and maintenance of a non-hazing new member practices
Membership Review: The Office of Admissions and/or Student Life staff will complete a membership review to determine who recognizes that change is needed and is prepared to support the deep level of change that will be required to reset the culture of the organization holistically Social Host Management Workshop: facilitated by a JMU faculty or staff member with 100% attendance Organizational Operations Audit: There is a need for the organization’s leadership, with JMU and advisory support to facilitate an audit of all policies, procedures, and practices to ensure that they are in alignment with JMU policies and sound social event management practices -and- to assist with the Standards Committee practices for member accountability - March 1, 2024 Confrontation & Accountability Workshop: facilitated by a JMU faculty or staff member with 100% attendance Creating a Culture of Belonging Workshop: a collective dialogue session about what the Office of Admissions expects of them and what it means to create a sense of belonging with 100% attendance - March 1, 2024 |
| 2023-08-22 | Pi Kappa Alpha (Fraternity and Sorority Life) | 2023-03-12 | 2023-03-25 | Alcohol (Responsible); Endangerment (Responsible); Hazing (Responsible)
In the course of investigating a report of hazing, it was determined that at an event during November 2022 the following behaviors occurred: alcohol provided to underage members; alcohol consumed by underage members; alcohol not properly monitored and distributed at an organization event; forced designated driving assignments; assigned sober monitoring; forced event setup and cleaning. It was also determined that during December 2022 and Spring 2023 the following behaviors occurred: alcohol provided to underage members; alcohol consumed by underage members; alcohol not properly monitored and distributed at an organization event; forced designated driving assignments; assigned sober monitoring; forced event setup and cleaning. |
Deferred Suspension through summer of 2024 with monthly meetings with FSL, Pi Kappa Alpha Administrative Offices, and Executive Board member(s)
Chapter Re-commitment Process due October 1, 2023 Social Host Management workshop due October 1, 2023 Confrontation and Accountability workshop due October 15, 2023 New Member Experience Workshop Series due December 8, 2023 Recommendation: JMU and Pi Kappa Alpha cultivate a Chapter Advisory Board due May 2, 2024 |
| 2023-07-20 | Phi Kappa Psi (Fraternity and Sorority Life) | 2023-03-28 | 2023-04-04 | Alcohol (Responsible); Hazing (Responsible)
In the course of investigating a report of hazing, it was determined that at an event during Spring 2023 the following behaviors occurred: alcohol provided to underage new members during a chapter event; alcohol consumed by underage new members during a chapter event; assigned sober monitoring; forced designated driver assignments; forced cleaning. |
Disciplinary Probation through Fall 2023, with monthly meetings with FSL and the relevant Executive Board member
Sober Monitor/Health & Safety Education workshop to be completed by the entire executive board due by October 15, 2023 Social Event Management Education workshop to be completed by 80% of the chapter due by October 15, 2023 Recommended Action Plan: Chapter Operations Audit to be completed by the Administrative Office with the JMU FSL team’s support due December 8, 2023 New Member Experience Workshop Series: the chapter needs to attend a training/development workshop series facilitated by JMU’s FSL team along with the support of the Administrative office with 80% chapter executive board attendance due December 8, 2023 |
| 2023-06-30 | Alpha Sigma Phi (Fraternity and Sorority Life) | 2023-04-06 | 2023-04-06 | Alcohol (Responsible); Hazing (Not Responsible)
In the course of investigating a report of alleged hazing, it was determined that at an event during Fall 2023 the following behaviors occurred: alcohol provided to underage members; alcohol consumed by underage members. |
Warning through Spring 2024 with once-a-month review meetings between a FSL staff member and the President and/or designated Executive Team member(s) in attendance. During these meetings, chapter leaders receive additional support on stewarding chapter culture change around the alcohol culture that seems intertwined with the new member experience and maintenance of non-hazing new member practices
New Member Experience Workshop Series: the chapter needs to attend a training/development workshop series facilitated by the Administrative office in conjunction with JMU FSL team with 100% chapter executive board attendance (provide proof of completion to FSL office). Follow-up workshops for the entire chapter should occur in the Fall semester - Executive Board: August 23, 2023; 100% of chapter membership: October 1, 2023 Sober Monitor/Health & Safety Education workshop to be completed by 100% of the chapter (provide proof of completion to FSL office) - October 1, 2023 |
| 2023-06-03 | Alpha Sigma Tau (Fraternity and Sorority Life) | 2023-03-16 | 2023-03-16 | Alcohol (Responsible); Endangerment (Responsible); Hazing (Responsible)
In the course of investigating a report of hazing, it was determined that at a pass down event in April 2022 the following behaviors occurred: alcohol provided to underage members during a pass down event; alcohol consumed by underage members during a pass down event; high-risk consumption of alcohol competitions during a pass down event; members were observed as overly intoxicated and no leadership or officers intervened to slow or limit members' consumption; forced to wear costumes; forced consumption of alcohol. |
Disciplinary Probation through Fall 2024 with monthly meetings with the FSL team, advisors, and headquarters staff
Sober Monitor/Health and Safety Education: The chapter needs to attend a training/development workshop facilitated by JMU FSL team with 100% chapter attendance (provide proof of completion to FSL office), due October 1, 2023 Confrontation and Accountability Workshop: The chapter needs to attend a training/development workshop facilitated by JMU FSL team with 100% chapter attendance (provide proof of completion to FSL office), due October 1, 2023 “Passdowns” Plan Review for which the chapter work with an Alpha Sigma Tau administrative office staff member, their advisory board, and JMU’s FSL office to craft a plan to host this event while managing the health and safety of their members. The chapter leadership should design the plan and submit it for review to the FSL staff member prior to the next iteration of the event, due November 1, 2023 |
| 2023-04-24 | Delta Sigma Phi (Fraternity and Sorority Life) | 2023-02-08 | 2023-02-09 | Alcohol (Responsible); Endangerment (Responsible); Failure to Comply (Responsible); Hazing (Responsible)
In the course of investigating a report of hazing, it was determined that at a pass down event on 11/12/22 the following behaviors occurred: alcohol provided to underage members during a pass down event; alcohol consumed by underage members during a pass down event; high-risk consumption of alcohol competitions during a pass down event; physical activity; members forced to wear embarrassing costumes; members were invited to attend and did attend another event with alcohol prior to the pass down event; organization leadership and officers did not intervene to slow or limit the consumption of alcohol of new members. |
Disciplinary Probation through Spring 2025, with once-a-month review meetings with a FSL staff member, headquarters staff member, and the President and/or designated executive team member(s) in attendance on chapter progress on stewarding chapter culture change and growth/maintenance of non-hazing new member practices
Ritual, Traditions, & the New Member Experience Education/Plan facilitated by Delta Sigma Phi Administrative Staff; with 100% chapter attendance; October 1, 2023 Sober Monitor/Health & Safety Education facilitated by JMU FSL staff; with 100% chapter attendance; December 16, 2023 Masculinity & Mental Health Education facilitated by JMU FSL staff; with 90% chapter attendance; December 16, 2023 Completion of all additional Delta Sigma Phi headquarters requirements - Provide proof of completion to FSL staff |
| 2023-04-19 | Pi Kappa Phi (Fraternity and Sorority Life) | 2023-02-25 | 2023-02-26 | Abuse of Process (Responsible); Alcohol (Responsible); Endangerment (Responsible); Hazing (Responsible)
In the course of investigating a report of hazing, it was determined that at events on 2/9/23 and 2/10/23 the following behaviors occurred: alcohol provided to underage members; alcohol consumed by underage members. It was also determined that at an event on 2/13/23 the following behaviors occurred: use of blindfolds. It was also determined that on 2/22/23 the following behaviors occurred: compelled participation in a scavenger hunt; forced road trip late at night. It was also determined that during Spring 2023 the following behaviors occurred: forced road trip late at night; forced designated driving assignments; forced to swipe members into dining facilities; physical calisthenics; compelled participation in a scavenger hunt; forced errands; forced cleaning and event setup; forced sober monitor; completion of interviews with all members. |
Deferred Suspension through Spring 2025 - this will include once-a-month review meetings between a FSL staff member, Administrative Office Staff Member, and the President and/or designated Executive Team member(s) in attendance. After 1 year (Spring 2024), the full team will revisit the deferred suspension to possibly downgrade to Disciplinary Probation
Membership Review conducted by Pi Kappa Phi administrative office, Starting April 24, 2023 Confrontation & Accountability Workshop facilitated by Pi Kappa Phi administrative office with 90% chapter attendance (provide proof of completion to FSL office), due September 1, 2023 New Membership Experience Workshop Series with 90% chapter attendance (provide proof of completion to FSL office), due November 1, 2023 Social Host Management Workshop facilitated by JMU FSL team with 90% chapter attendance (provide proof of completion to FSL office) with social restriction where the chapter can only host events with alcohol at a third-party vendor (restaurant, hotel, event venue, etc.) until completion, due November 1, 2023 Completion of all additional Pi Kappa Phi administrative office requirements - Provide proof of completion to FSL staff |
| 2023-04-12 | Theta Chi (Fraternity and Sorority Life) | 2023-03-01 | 2023-03-01 | Abuse of Process (Responsible); Alcohol (Responsible); Hazing (Responsible)
In the course of investigating a report of hazing, it was determined that at events on 2/9/23 and 2/10/23 the following behaviors occurred: alcohol provided to underage members; alcohol consumed by underage members. It was also determined that during Spring 2023 the following behaviors occurred: forced cleaning. It was also determined that at an event on 2/13/23 the following behaviors occurred: issued punishments of physical activity and/or food consumption; calisthenics; forced consumption of food. |
Disciplinary Probation, through Spring 2025, with once-a-month review meetings with a FSL staff member, headquarters staff member, and the President and/or designated executive team member(s) in attendance on chapter progress on stewarding chapter culture change and growth/maintenance of non-hazing new member practices
New Member Experience workshop series conducted collaboratively by Theta Chi headquarters staff and JMU FSL staff with 80-90% chapter attendance (provide proof of completion to FSL office) - due May 4, 2023 Membership Review conducted by Theta Chi headquarters staff - done by August 1, 2023 Confrontation and Accountability Workshop conducted by Theta Chi headquarters staff in conjunction with holding the Marshal and Marshal committee accountable through that process, with 80-90% chapter attendance (provide proof of completion to FSL office) - due September 15, 2023 Completion of all additional Theta Chi headquarters requirements - Provide proof of completion to FSL staff |
| 2023-04-04 | Beta Theta Pi (Fraternity and Sorority Life) | 2023-02-09 | 2023-02-10 | Alcohol (Responsible); Endangerment (Responsible); Hazing (Not Responsible)
In the course of investigating a report of alleged hazing, it was determined that at an event on 2/9/23 the following behaviors occurred: alcohol provided to underage members; alcohol consumed by underage members; a video was shared of a member being burned with a cigarette by another member (this was determined to be endangerment, but not hazing). |
Disciplinary Probation with once-a-month review meetings with a FSL staff member, Administrative Office staff member, and the President and/or designated executive team member(s) in attendance on chapter progress on stewarding chapter culture change and growth/maintenance of non-hazing new member practices - Through Spring 2024
Social Restriction (no events with alcohol) - Through Spring 2023 Re-commitment workshop facilitated by Beta Theta Pi headquarters staff with 90% chapter attendance (provide proof of completion to FSL office) - May 11, 2024 Facilitated Accountability (Kai process) training facilitated by Beta Theta Pi headquarters staff with 90% chapter attendance (provide proof of completion to FSL office) - May 11, 2024 Masculinity, Mental Health, & Healthy Coping Skills Workshop facilitated by JMU staff (recommend collaboration between University Recreation and Counseling Center staff) with 90% chapter attendance (provide proof of completion to FSL office) - May 11, 2024 Examination of Chapter Leadership: following the recommendation of the investigation team the chapter should review their executive leadership for possible referral to through the Chi process along with a recommendation to pursue leadership training via the JMU Student Leadership Center Completion of all additional Beta Theta Pi headquarters requirements - Provide proof of completion to FSL staff |
| 2023-02-20 | Kappa Alpha Order (Fraternity and Sorority Life) | 2023-02-08 | 2023-02-08 | Facility/Space Use Policy (Responsible)
During a chapter meeting on 2/6/23, members were confirmed via security footage to have vaped and consumed alcohol in a university building and remained in the building after it had closed. |
Individual members that were found responsible for drinking and vaping in Memorial Hall were put on specific privileges restrictions and/or required to attend substance misuse workshops with University Recreation. The chapter president is to meet regularly with the IFC Coordinator to monitor completion of the sanctions. |
| 2023-02-14 | Alpha Sigma Tau (Fraternity and Sorority Life) | 2022-11-10 | 2022-11-14 | Hazing (Responsible); Violations of Other University Policies (Responsible)
In the course of investigating a report of hazing, it was determined that at an event on 10/10/22 the following behaviors occurred: alcohol provided to underage members; alcohol consumed by underage members; new members were forced to wear togas gifted by their big sisters. |
Disciplinary probation through Fall 2023
Educational session on healthy relationships and group cohesion by April 2, 2023 No events with alcohol except at a third-party vendor through Spring 2023 Complete all headquarters requirements |
| 2023-01-27 | Delta Upsilon (Fraternity and Sorority Life) | 2023-01-24 | 2023-01-25 | Violations of Other University Policies (Responsible)
In the course of investigating two reports of alleged hazing, it was determined that at an event on 1/24/23 the following behaviors occurred: alcohol was not properly monitored and distributed at an event. |
Disciplinary Probation through Spring 2023
Privilege Restriction: No events with alcohol through Spring 2023 or until Educational Session is completed Educational Session on Risk Management Regular check-ins with IFC Coordinator through Fall 2023 |
| 2023-01-26 | Pi Kappa Phi (Fraternity and Sorority Life) | 2022-09-29 | 2022-09-29 | Endangerment (Responsible)
In the course of investigating a report of alleged hazing, it was determined that on 9/27/22 the following behaviors occurred: new members planned and completed a late night road trip where their safety was endangered. |
Disciplinary Probation through Fall 2023
Provide documentation on how new associate members received missed new member education Meeting with IFC Coordinator to discuss completion of sanctions Complete headquarters expectations |
| 2022-12-08 | Kappa Sigma (Fraternity and Sorority Life) | 2022-10-22 | 2022-10-27 | Hazing (Responsible)
In the course of investigating a report of hazing, it was determined that at an event on 10/22/22 the following behaviors occurred: forced designated driving assignments; forced cleaning. |
Disciplinary Probation through Fall 2023
Social Probation through Fall 2023 New Member Education improvements Complete any requirements of the headquarters Participate in bi-weekly meetings with IFC Coordinator through Fall 2023 |
| 2022-10-25 | Alpha Epsilon Pi (Fraternity and Sorority Life) | 2022-09-27 | 2022-09-29 | Hazing (Responsible); Violations of Other University Policies (Responsible)
In the course of investigating a report of hazing, it was determined that at an event during Fall 2022 the following behaviors occurred: new members were expected to carry a pledge pack containing rolling papers, condoms, lighters, face masks, hand sanitizer, gum, and Starburst candies; send daily newsletter communications including pornographic images; wear particular clothing items; perform errands when requested; interview every member; organize events; complete a scavenger hunt. It was also determined that at a lineup event on 9/27/22 the following behaviors occurred: use of blindfolds; calisthenics. |
Disciplinary Probation through Fall 2023
Social Probation through Fall 2023 New Member Education Program Brotherhood Workshop on Traditions by December 1, 2022 Leadership Transition Workshop by end of Fall 2022 Complete assigned Headquarters sanctions Meet bi-weekly with IFC Coordinator through Fall 2023 |
| 2022-09-19 | Club Baseball (University Recreation) | 2022-09-12 | 2022-09-12 | Hazing (Responsible)
In the course of investigating a report of hazing, it was determined that at an event on 9/10/22 the following behaviors occurred: alcohol provided to underage members during a new member event; alcohol provided to underage members during a new member event using organizational funds; alcohol consumed by underage members during a new member event; high-risk consumption of alcohol competitions; members were forced to wear embarrassing costumes. |
Disciplinary Probation through Fall 2023 (any incident in that year would result in club suspension)
Suspended from practice and play through their first series for each team (D1 and D2) resulting in a forfeit of three games each Required to participate in the VA ABC grant through UREC’s Substance Misuse Prevention staff Internal Outcomes: A team wide zoom meeting was held, emphasizing that the email does not reflect the culture of the club, ourselves and the social chairs will apologize to anyone who may have been offended by it. Additionally, we will assure the team that the unhealthy tradition has been removed and it will not happen again; Beginning immediately, only core 4 exec members will be allowed to send emails that address the full club; An anonymous google poll was sent to the full team, asking if they wish to hold a re-election of exec members, and/or vote specific members out of their positions; The club’s constitution was sent out to all members so they were made more aware of what we as a club are about; A forum was held for members to propose amendments/addendums to be added to our constitution; The “social chair” position will be renamed the “community chair” position, in order to place an emphasis on a healthier team culture; The Club will begin to place a stronger influence on healthier team outings, like the ropes course, spike ball tournament, and a paintball outing |
| 2022-09-01 | Phi Gamma Delta (Fiji) (Fraternity and Sorority Life) | 2022-04-27 | 2022-05-06 | Hazing (Responsible)
In the course of investigating a report of hazing, it was determined that at an event during Spring 2021 the following behaviors occurred: forced designated driving assignments; forced cleaning; demeaning names and language; forced physical activity; forced errands. |
Social Probation through end of Spring 2023
Deferred Recruitment Educational programming on bystander intervention Participant in House Party program on planning safe social events |
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