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Richmond, Virginia

Virginia Commonwealth 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.

2021

Hazing · Delta Chi

A 19-year-old pledge died of alcohol poisoning in February 2021 after reportedly being told to drink a large bottle of whiskey at a fraternity event.

Status: Eleven members charged; six convicted or pleaded guilty to misdemeanor hazing or providing alcohol to a minor (no jail time), charges against five dropped; family filed a $28 million wrongful death suit against the fraternity and others (2023); VCU settled with the family for $995,000 (September 2022).

Response: VCU expelled the chapter in June 2021 and adopted Greek-life reforms under the settlement.

Source 1 (2023-02-08)

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