Sigma Phi Epsilon’s UNCG Chapter Suspended for Decade over Hazing and Recruitment Violations

The article discusses the suspension of Sigma Phi Epsilon’s chapter at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG) for 10 years due to hazing and recruitment violations. The university’s investigation found clear violations of its anti-hazing policy and endangered the safety of students. The fraternity’s national organization, Sigma Phi Epsilon, condemned hazing and stated that it has implemented changes to improve student safety, academic success, retention, and professional preparedness. These changes include ending pledging and fully adopting a four-year member development program, launching a sexual assault awareness initiative with a women’s sorority, removing alcohol from chapter houses, and departing from the National Interfraternity Conference due to its lack of investment in student health and safety initiatives. The fraternity praised these modern approaches, which have been adopted by other organizations, and emphasized that they aim to provide a valuable, safe college experience that prepares students for leadership after graduation. However, this is not the first time the fraternity has faced hazing allegations, as previous incidents have resulted in suspensions and closures of chapters at various universities. The family of Danny Santulli, a brain injury victim, spoke out about the dangers of fraternity hazing and sought justice on ‘The Story’.