Charlottesville, Virginia
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.
New members were reportedly made to consume a mixture of unknown items and habanero peppers at lineups, causing vomiting and loss of sensation in limbs.
Status: University terminated the chapter's fraternity agreement (July 2024); no reinstatement before 2028.
Response: UVA terminated recognition.
UVA said the chapter engaged in serious hazing behavior in spring 2024.
Status: University terminated the fraternal organization agreement (April 2024); expulsion reported for at least four years.
Response: UVA terminated recognition; Kappa Sigma, Theta Chi and Sigma Alpha Mu suspended pending investigation; individual discipline initiated.
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