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DeKalb, Illinois

Northern Illinois University

What has been reported publicly about abuse at this school, newest first. Each entry describes its legal or disciplinary status as reported and links to the original source.

2012

Hazing · Pi Kappa Alpha

A student was found dead in Nov. 2012 after a Pi Kappa Alpha hazing event; his family sued the fraternity.

Status: Civil lawsuit settled for $14 million (2018).

Source 1 (2018-11-30)

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