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University of Pittsburgh

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.

2026

Hazing · Pi Lambda Phi

Pitt's 2026 hazing transparency report found the chapter responsible for forced alcohol consumption and pledge jobs in Jan.-Mar. 2026.

Status: Found responsible by university (July 27, 2026).

Response: Temporary suspension of registration and social activities. The report also lists an open SAE hazing investigation (Mar. 2026).

2017

College staff misconduct · Accused: communication department faculty

Years of abuse: 1994-2017

A former professor alleged that faculty in Pitt's communication department made sexual comments about students and pursued graduate students over many years, and that complaints went unaddressed; a 2004 external review had reported that students described the culture as unsafe.

Status: A 2018 university Title IX investigation found several policy violations involving sexual harassment and gender discrimination; individuals were not identified.

Response: Pitt disciplined unnamed department employees, ordered mandatory training, and had barred faculty relationships with students they supervise in 2017.

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Entries summarize public news reports, court filings and official records. Allegations are unproven unless a court or official body has ruled. Report a Frat is not affiliated with any school or fraternity. Last updated 2026-10-16.