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Campus Hazing Transparency Report

The University of Tennessee is committed to a safe learning environment that allows for students’ personal growth and development in the most positive manner possible. As such, the university does not permit hazing and is committed to fostering environments where students and student organizations alike can thrive. Hazing is prohibited by the Student Code of Conduct, as required by Tennessee State Law (Tennessee Code Annotated Title 49, Chapter 7, Section 123 (T.C.A. § 49-7-123). The University defines hazing as:

“Any intentional or reckless act, on or off University-controlled property, by one (1) student, acting alone or with others, which is directed against any other student, which endangers the mental or physical health, safety, or welfare of that student, or which induces or coerces a student to endanger their mental or physical health, safety, or welfare. Hazing does not include customary athletic events or similar contests or competitions and is limited to those actions taken and situations created in connection with initiation into or affiliation with any organization, regardless of the student’s willingness to participate.”

The Federal Anti-Hazing Law: Stop Campus Hazing Act (SCHA) was enacted on December 23, 2024, making amendments to the Higher Education Act of 1965. The SCHA has three important aspects: (1) the addition of hazing to Clery reporting requirements and campuses’ Annual Security Report (2) the requirement of campus-wide, research-based hazing prevention programs and policies (3) increased transparency regarding organizations that have violated campus hazing policy through the publication of a Campus Hazing Transparency Report. In alignment with this law and to allow students to make informed choices about joining organizations, the university publishes a list of student organizations that have been found responsible for violating hazing. This is limited to student organizations who were recognized by the university at the time of the investigation. Reports of hazing that did not result in a finding of responsibility are not included. Additionally, any student organization under active investigation will not appear in the Campus Hazing Transparency Report. The University will update this information a minimum of twice each year, but typically within 14 business days of a final finding of responsibility for hazing. The University will maintain the information for five years. Beginning July 1, 2025, a general summary of the violation will also be included.

Student Organizational Hazing Violations by Academic Year

Academic years run August 1–July 31 and are based on the date reported to the Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards.

 

  • Incident Date: Spring 2024, Fall 2024, and Spring 2025
  • Incident Location: Off-Campus
  • Reported by: Student
  • Investigation Start Date: 5/13/2025
  • Investigation End Date: 7/25/2025
  • Case Resolution Date: 7/29/2025
  • Resolution Type: Resolution Agreement
  • Charges: (10) Hazing, (18) Alcohol-Related Conduct, (20) Providing Alcohol to Underage Person, (20) Drugs and Drug Paraphernalia (Cannabis)
  • Incident Summary: The Psi Deuteron Chapter of Alpha Epsilon Pi Fraternity was found responsible for hazing, along with violations related to underage drinking, provision of alcohol to minors, and possession of marijuana during social and brotherhood events. The hazing activities included requiring new members to complete tasks not in line with the Chapter’s mission or values, with physical calisthenics as punishment. The Chapter also hosted unregistered events at its off-campus house, where underage drinking and marijuana use were common and went unmonitored.
  • Sanctions:
    • Disciplinary Probation through 12/15/2025.
    • Chapter President and Vice President will meet monthly with OSFL to discuss chapter operations relating to health & safety and member development beginning in August 2025.
    • New Member Education and Recruitment team meeting with OSFL and IHQ to discuss new member education programming by 8/1/2025.
    • Chapter membership will complete SCCS’s online Hazing EDU module by 8/18/2025.
    • Executive Board meeting with OSFL and IHQ to discuss chapter operations, events with alcohol and set goals for risk reduction and event management by 9/1/2025.
    • Chapter membership will attend OSFL’s Bystander Intervention Training workshop with minimum 80% attendance by 9/1/2025.
    • Following, Bystander Intervention Training chapter membership will participate in facilitated risk management discussion hosted by OSFL and IHQ with minimum 80% attendance by 9/15/2025.
    • Chapter will host a transition workshop with outgoing and incoming executive boards in partnership with OSFL and IHQ by 12/15/2025.
  • Sanction Status: Ongoing

  • Incident Date: Fall 2024
  • Incident Location: On- and Off-Campus
  • Reported by: Community Member
  • Investigation Start Date: 8/30/2024
  • Investigation End Date: 9/25/2024
  • Case Resolution Date: 9/30/2024
  • Resolution Type: Resolution Agreement
  • Charges: (10) Hazing, (18) Alcohol-Related Conduct, (19) Alcohol-Related Conduct Prohibited by Law, (20) Providing Alcohol to Underage Person
  • Sanctions:
    • Disciplinary Probation through 3/1/2025.
    • The Chapter’s Executive Board will meet with OSFL and Alpha Delta Pi EO to develop a list of goals for how the chapter can continue to reduce risk and unsafe practices and focus on values by 11/1/2024.
    • The Chapter shall complete Alcohol 101+ through Alpha Delta Pi EO. A minimum of 90% of new members and active members must complete this module by 11/1/2024.
    • The Chapter shall complete the Hazing EDU workshop with the University’s Hazing Prevention Team. A minimum of 80% of new members and active members must be present and this must be completed by 12/1/2024.
    • The Chapter shall complete a risk management workshop with OSFL and Alpha Delta Pi EO staff to focus on risk management strategies, safe social event practices, and creating a health and safe member experience. A minimum of 80% of new members and active members must be present and this must be completed by 12/10/2025.
    • The Chapter’s New Member Education Committee shall host monthly meetings with OSFL. These meetings should start in October 2024 and continue through May of 2025.
  • Sanction Status: Completed

  • Incident Date: Fall 2024
  • Incident Location: On- and Off-Campus
  • Reported by: Community Member
  • Investigation Start Date: 11/6/2024
  • Investigation End Date: 11/27/2024
  • Case Resolution Date: 12/2/2024
  • Resolution Type: Resolution Agreement
  • Charges: (10) Hazing
  • Sanctions:
    • Disciplinary Probation through March 15, 2025.
    • The Chapter’s Executive Board, New Member Education Committee, and Recruitment Team for the spring 2025 semester shall attend a facilitated conversation with OSFL and National Headquarters (NHQ) regarding the Chapter’s new member (NM) education program for the spring 2025 semester and update the new member education plan accordingly. This should be completed by 1/17/2025.
    • The Chapter shall complete UTK’s Hazing EDU workshop with the Hazing Prevention Team. A minimum of 80% of members and new members must be present and it must be completed by 2/15/2025.
    • The Chapter’s Executive Board, New Member Education Team, & Recruitment Committee shall meet with OSFL and National Headquarters (NHQ) to review and discuss their NM education plan for the Fall 2025 semester, this shall be completed by 6/1/2025.
  • Sanction Status: Completed

  • Incident Date: Fall 2024 and Spring 2025
  • Incident Location: Off-Campus
  • Reported by: Community Member
  • Investigation Start Date: 2/12/2025
  • Investigation End Date: 4/2/2025
  • Case Resolution Date: 4/8/2025
  • Resolution Type: Resolution Agreement
  • Charges: (10) Hazing, (19) Alcohol-Related Conduct Prohibited by Law, (20) Providing Alcohol to Underage Person
  • Sanctions:
    • Disciplinary Probation through 12/15/2025.
    • The Chapter shall complete OSFL’s online Sober Monitor Training course. A minimum of 90% of new and active members must complete the program by 4/15/2025.
    • The Chapter’s Executive Board shall host monthly meetings with OSFL to discuss Chapter operations as it relates to health and safety and member development.
    • The Chapter’s Executive Board, New Member Education Committee, and Recruitment Team for the fall 2025 semester shall attend a facilitated conversation with OSFL and Central Office staff regarding the Chapter’s member education, including recruitment strategies and the new
      member education program, for the fall 2025 semester by 6/1/2025.
    • The Chapter’s Executive Board and Honor Board must engage in
      an educational conversation with OSFL and Central Office staff to develop and implement their accountability board. Chapter leaders should update their accountability plan to include the expectations and operations
      of the Honor Board as well as individual member accountability by 7/1/2025.
    • The Chapter’s Social Event Planning Team and Risk Management
      Team shall work with OSFL and Central Office staff to discuss events with alcohol as it relates to risk management strategies, event registration,
      and expectations for their entire membership during social events by 8/1/2025.
    • Following the completion of the membership review required and
      facilitated by the Central Office, the Chapter shall participate in a two Chapter Culture & Development Retreats. The retreat will be coordinated and facilitated by Central Office staff and OSFL. The first retreat will focus primarily on risk management strategies; safe social event practices; alcohol and drug education; creating a healthy and safe member experience; hazing prevention education; and the importance of each member doing their part to maintain the safety and welfare of attendees at Chapter-sponsored events by 9/15/2025.
    • The Chapter shall participate in a second Chapter Culture &
      Development Retreat during the fall 2025 semester. The retreat will be coordinated and facilitated by Central Office staff. The second retreat will build upon the previous retreat’s risk management programming as well as provide an opportunity for the membership to assess the Chapter’s current strengths and opportunities for operational growth by 12/15/2025.
    • The Chapter’s outgoing and incoming Executive Boards, Social
      Event Planning Teams, and Risk Management Teams shall meet with the OSFL and Central Office staff for a transition workshop by 12/15/2025.
  • Sanction Status: Ongoing

  • Incident Date: Fall 2024
  • Incident Location: On- and Off-Campus
  • Reported by: UTPD
  • Investigation Start Date: 9/5/2024
  • Investigation End Date: 10/24/2024
  • Case Resolution Date: 10/29/2024
  • Resolution Type: Resolution Agreement
  • Charges: (10) Hazing, (18) Alcohol-Related Conduct, (19) Alcohol Related Conduct Prohibited by Law, (20) Providing Alcohol to Underage Person, (21) Drugs and Drug Paraphernalia, (25) Violation of Interim Administration Actions
  • Sanctions:
    • Deferred Suspension through 3/1/2024.
    • Disciplinary Probation through 12/1/2025.
    • The Chapter is restricted from all Chapter activities until the completion of a membership review facilitated by HQs. The only exception to this restriction shall be participation in the membership review, Chapter meetings, and educational sanctions. Any membership review meetings, Chapter meetings, or educational activities are required to have an Advisor, HQ’s representative, and/or OSFL staff member present.
    • Per Kappa Sigma HQ’s, all members of the chapter will meet with staff from HQs and Fraternity volunteers to discuss their active membership in the Lambda Chapter. Each member’s status will be reviewed to determine if they will be permitted to remain an active member or if membership status changes may be warranted (Ex.; Temporary Suspension, Suspension of Membership, Expulsion). This will be completed by 12/15/2024.
    • Following the completion of the membership review facilitated by HQs, the Chapter will be permitted to host three (3) brotherhood events during the Fall 2024 semester. The three (3) brotherhood events may not be hosted at the Chapter’s on-campus facility.
    • Beginning Spring 2025, the Chapter may have unlimited brotherhood events. These are events planned and attended by brothers within the Chapter and must be events without alcohol.
    • After completion of Deferred Suspension (March 1, 2025) and following the completion of all outstanding educational activities, the Chapter will be eligible to host social events again. However, the Chapter will be restricted to hosting five (5) social events with alcohol during the spring 2025 semester.
    • The Chapter shall complete the following HQs’ online education modules through Tightrope: (1) The Facts About Alcohol and Other Drugs; (2) The Culture of Drinking; (3) Hazing Awareness and Being a Safe Student; (4) Healthy Relationships and Sexual Misconduct; and (5) Mental Health. A minimum of 90% of new members and active members must complete the modules by 12/15/2024.
    • The Chapter shall engage in a Redevelopment Program to engage officers and the full Chapter in redefining a variety of Chapter operations and will require multiple meetings throughout each month. An initial meeting with the Chapter’s Executive Board will include a culture assessment and goal setting activity and should occur upon completion of the membership review process. The Chapter President shall work with OSFL and an HQs staff member, to develop a successful training and meeting structure. The meeting structure and timeline for the redevelopment program must be submitted to SCCS, HQs, and OSFL by 1/15/2025. Following, documentation will be submitted monthly through the Chapter’s completion of Disciplinary Probation.
    • Chapter will participate in HQ’s standardized Member Education Program for the Spring 2025 term and beyond. The Chapter’s New Member Educator and Executive Council officers for the Spring 2025 semester shall discuss the Chapter’s member education programming for the Spring 2025 semester. This plan is due by 1/15/2025.
    • Following the completion of the Tightrope online modules, the
      Chapter shall participate in a hazing prevention and education workshop. This program should be coordinated with the Chair of the Hazing Prevention Team and HQs staff, have a minimum of 90% of new and active members present, and be completed by 2/1/2025.
    • Following the completion of the Tightrope online modules, the
      Chapter shall participate in a risk management reset workshop coordinated and facilitated by OSFL and HQs staff. The program will focus primarily on risk management strategies; safe social event practices; alcohol and drug education; creating a healthy and safe member experience; and the importance of each member doing their part to maintain the safety and welfare of attendees at Chapter-sponsored events. This program should have a minimum of 90% of new and active members present and be completed by 3/1/2025.
    • The Chapter’s Executive Board shall meet with representatives from SCCS, OSFL, and HQs to discuss the ways in which the Chapter has seen improvements and/or changes through the course of the educational activities. The Executive Board will work with OSFL to develop a document detailing the improvement and opportunities for growth. This meeting will be completed by 12/1/2025.
    • The Chapter’s incoming Executive Boards, Social Event Planning Teams, and Risk Management Teams shall meet with the OSFL for a transition workshop by 12/1/2025.
  • Sanction Status: Ongoing

  • Incident Date: 9/14/2024
  • Incident Location: On-Campus
  • Reported by: Community Member
  • Investigation Start Date: 2/14/2025
  • Investigation End Date: 3/24/2025
  • Case Resolution Date: 3/28/2025
  • Resolution Type: Resolution Agreement
  • Charges: (10) Hazing, (18) Alcohol-Related Conduct, (19) Alcohol Related Conduct Prohibited by Law, (20) Providing Alcohol to Underage Person
  • Sanctions:
    • Disciplinary Probation through October 15, 2025.
    • 100% of chapter and 90% of new members must complete Highwire Modules provided by Phi Kappa Psi Headquarters by May 1, 2025.
    • 90-100% of chapter attendance for a Chapter Redevelopment Retreat provided by Headquarters that will include, but is not limited to, educational programming on health and safety best practices, hazing prevention education, bystander intervention, internal accountability, alcohol and other drug education, and expectations from both the HQs and University on being a successful, sustainable chapter by May 15, 2025.
    • Chapter’s new member education committee and executive board must review the fall 2025 new member education plan with OSFL and Phi Kappa Psi Headquarters by June 1, 2025.
    • Chapter’s executive board will meet monthly with OSFL to discuss health and safety and member development within the chapter from March 2015 through October 2025.
  • Sanction Status: Ongoing

  • Incident Date: 9/18/2024
  • Incident Location: On-Campus
  • Reported by: Community Member
  • Investigation Start Date: 9/19/2024
  • Investigation End Date: 10/8/2024
  • Case Resolution Date: 10/15/2024
  • Resolution Type: Resolution Agreement
  • Charges: (10) Hazing, (18) Alcohol-Related Conduct, (20) Providing Alcohol to Underage Person
  • Sanctions:
    • Disciplinary Probation through 5/15/2025.
    • The Chapter will be restricted to hosting seven (7) social events with alcohol during the remainder of the fall 2024 semester. These events must be registered through OSFL.
    • The Chapter’s Executive Board shall host monthly meetings with OSFL to identify opportunities for improvement in the Chapter’s operations and develop a list of goals for how the Chapter can continue to reduce risk, focus on values, and be a leader within the IFC and campus communities. Meetings will begin in October 2024 and conclude at the end of Disciplinary Probation.
    • The Chapter’s Social Event Planning Committee and Executive
      Board shall attend a facilitated conversation with the OSFL to discuss the OSFL’s event registration policies, general risk
      management strategies, and both the University and International Organization’s expectations for the Chapter. This meeting can serve as one of the monthly meetings and must occur before 11/1/2024.
    • The Chapter’s New Member Education Committee and Executive
      Board shall attend a facilitated conversation with the OSFL to discuss the Chapter’s NM program for the spring and fall 2025
      This meeting can serve as one of the monthly meetings and must occur before 12/1/2024.
    • The Chapter’s outgoing and incoming Executive Boards, Social
      Event Planning Teams, and Risk Management Teams shall meet with the OSFL for a transition workshop. This meeting can serve as one of the monthly meetings and must occur before 1/15/2024.
    • The Chapter shall attend an educational, redevelopment retreat
      coordinated and facilitated by OSFL. Every attempt for 100% participation is expected; however, a minimum of 90% of members must be present and 100% of the Executive Council must attend. This workshop must be completed by 12/1/2024.
  • Sanction Status: Completed

  • Incident Date: Fall 2024
  • Incident Location: On- and Off-Campus
  • Reported by: Community Member
  • Investigation Start Date: 9/27/2024
  • Investigation End Date: 10/24/2024
  • Case Resolution Date: 10/31/2024
  • Resolution Type: Resolution Agreement
  • Charges: (10) Hazing, (18) Alcohol-Related Conduct, (20) Providing Alcohol to Underage Person, (25) Violation of Disciplinary Sanctions, (27) Violation of University Policy or Rule
  • Sanctions:
    • Deferred Suspension through 2/1/2025.
    • Disciplinary Probation through 9/15/2025.
    • Chapter is restricted to brotherhood events only until 2/1/2025. These are events planned and attended by brothers and must be events without alcohol. The only exceptions will be made for recruitment events that are registered and approved with OSFL and IHQ. These events must be dry.
    • After 2/1/2025 and upon conclusion of the Chapter’s membership review facilitated by IHQ, the Chapter will be eligible to host social events again. The Chapter will be restricted to 13 social events with alcohol during the spring 2025 semester.
    • Chapter’s exec board will meet monthly with OSFL to discuss health and safety within the chapter starting in November 2024 and ending in September 2025.
    • Chapter will participate in IHQ’s standardized Cardinal Journey New Member Education Program for the Spring 2025 term and beyond. For the Spring 2025 semester, the Chapter will be required to complete the NME program in a 4-week period. For one of these monthly meetings, the Chapter’s New Member Educator and Executive Council officers for the spring 2025 semester shall discuss the Chapter’s member education programming for the spring 2025 semester with OSFL and IHQ. Due by 1/15/2025.
    • For one of the monthly meetings, the Chapter’s Executive Board, New Member (NM) Education Team, & Recruitment Committee shall meet with OSFL and IHQ to discuss NM Education plan for the Fall 2025 semester. Due 6/1/2025.
    • The Chapter shall participate in a “Risk Management Reset” workshop coordinated and facilitated by IHQ and OSFL. The program will focus primarily on risk management strategies; safe social event practices; alcohol and drug education; creating a healthy and safe member experience; hazing prevention education; and the importance of each member doing their part to maintain the safety and welfare of attendees at Chapter-sponsored events. A minimum of 90% of active and new members must be present and this must be completed by 12/1/2024.
  • Sanction Status: Ongoing

  • Incident Date: Fall 2023
  • Incident Location: Off-Campus
  • Reported by: Community Member
  • Investigation Start Date: 12/1/2023
  • Investigation End Date: 3/27/2024
  • Case Resolution Date: 3/28/2024
  • Resolution Type: Resolution Agreement
  • Charges: (10) Hazing, (18) Alcohol-Related Conduct, (20) Providing Alcohol to Underage Person
  • Sanctions:
    • Disciplinary Probation through 8/1/2024.
    • The Chapter shall attend a redevelopment workshop facilitated by OSFL that discusses health & safety best practices, hazing prevention, bystander intervention, internal accountability, safe social event management, and expectations from University and HQ. A minimum of 90% of members must be present and 100% of Executive Council by 5/15/2024.
    • The Chapter shall develop a true New Member Education plan that involves ways for new members and active members to bond without hazing. Chapter’s Executive Board, Judicial Board, New Member Committee, and Recruitment Committee shall meet with OSFL and develop a plan by 7/1/2024.
    • The Chapter shall participate in a mock social event facilitated by OSFL. This program will focus on organizational event management, safety precautions, policies, and expectations for organization and individuals.A minimum of 90% of members must be present and 100% of Executive Council by 9/15/2024.
  • Sanction Status: Completed

  • Incident Date: Fall 2023
  • Incident Location: Off-Campus
  • Reported by: Community Member
  • Investigation Start Date: 9/8/2023
  • Investigation End Date: 10/12/2023
  • Case Resolution Date: 10/16/2023
  • Resolution Type: Resolution Agreement
  • Charges: (10) Hazing, (18) Alcohol-Related Conduct, (19) Alcohol Related Conduct Prohibited by Law, (20) Providing Alcohol to Underage Person, (25) Violation of Interim Administrative Actions, Disciplinary Sanctions, or Conditions of Re-Enrollment
  • Sanctions:
    • Deferred Suspension through 2/5/2024.
    • Disciplinary Probation through 9/1/2024.
    • Loss or Restriction of Privilege: No social events and only brotherhood events without alcohol.
    • Chapter has the ability to earn back social events without alcohol and ten (5) social events with alcohol for the spring 2024 semester starting 2/5/2024.
    • All members of the chapter must meet with representatives of GHQ and Fraternity volunteers to discuss their active membership in the chapter. GHQ and volunteers will review each member’s status to determine if they will be permitted to remain an active member or if membership status changes may be warranted. GHQ will assess the need for leadership changes during the membership review and will respond accordingly. This will be completed by 12/1/2023.
    • Chapter’s exec board will meet monthly with OSFL to discuss health and safety within the chapter starting upon completion of the membership review process and ending in September 2024.
    • Chapter will participate in IHQ’s standardized Phikeia Education Program for Spring 2024 term and beyond. For one of these monthly meetings, the Chapter’s New Member Educator and Executive Council officers for the fall 2023 semester shall discuss the Chapter’s member education programming for the spring 2024 semester. Due by 1/19/2024.
    • Following the completion of GHQ’s Social Chair and Risk Manager training modules, the Chapter’s Risk Management Committee and Social Chairs must meet with OSFL to discuss risk mitigation strategies and health and safety as it relates to chapter operations by 2/1/2024.
    • The Chapter is required to develop and follow an internal accountability plan for the Spring 2024 semester and beyond. For one of these monthly meetings Chapter leaders must engage in an educational conversation to develop and implement their accountability board. Due by 3/1/2024.
    • The Chapter’s Executive Board, New Member Education Committee, and Recruitment Team for the fall 2024 semester shall attend a facilitated conversation with OSFL regarding recruitment strategies and new member education program for the fall 2024 semester. This must be completed by 3/1/2024.
    • The chapter will attend an educational, redevelopment retreat coordinated by GHQ and the University. 90% of members and 100% of Executive Council must attend and it will be completed by 1/22/2024.
    • The chapter shall completed GHQ’s online Hazing Intervention course. A minimum of 90% of new members and active members will complete this by 1/22/2024.
    • The chapter’s Risk Management Committee and Social Chairs shall complete GHQ’s online Social Chair and Risk Manager training modules by 2/1/2024.
    • The chapter shall complete GHQ’s Bystander Education course. A minimum of 90% of new members and active members must complete this by 3/1/2024.
    • Following the completion of GHQ’s Bystander Education and Hazing Intervention modules, the Chapter shall participate in a “Risk Management Reset” workshop coordinated by GHQ and OSFL. 90% of active and new members must be present, and 100% of the Executive Council must attend. This should be completed by 3/8/2024.
    • The Chapter’s Executive Board shall meet with representatives from SCCS, OSFL, and GHQ to discuss the ways in which the chapter has seen improvements and/or changes throughout the course of the educational activities. The chapter will work with OSFL to develop a document detailing the ways the Chapter has improved and any areas that there are still opportunities for growth. This meeting must occur no later than 6/1/2024.
  • Sanction Status: Incomplete, suspended by Inter/National Organization prior to completion

  • Incident Date: Spring 2024
  • Incident Location: Off-Campus
  • Reported by: Community Member
  • Investigation Start Date: 2/4/2024
  • Investigation End Date: 3/7/2024
  • Case Resolution Date: 3/11/2024
  • Resolution Type: Resolution Agreement
  • Charges: (10) Hazing, (18) Alcohol-Related Conduct, (19) Alcohol Related Conduct Prohibited by Law, (20) Providing Alcohol to Underage Person
  • Sanctions:
    • Disciplinary Probation through 9/1/2024.
    • Chapter’s exec board will meet monthly with OSFL to discuss health and safety within the chapter starting in March 2024 and ending in September 2024.
    • Chapter will participate in IHQ’s standardized Cardinal Journey New Member Education Program for the Spring 2024 term and beyond. For one of these monthly meetings, the Chapter’s New Member Educator and Executive Council officers for the spring 2024 semester shall discuss the Chapter’s member education programming for the spring 2024 semester with OSFL and IHQ. Due by 4/1/2024.
    • Chapter’s Executive Board, Social Event Planning Team, and Risk Management Team shall work with OSFL to discuss events with alcohol as it relates to risk management strategies, event registration, and expectations for their entire membership during social events. Due by 5/1/2024.
    • The Chapter is required to develop and follow an internal accountability plan for the spring 2024 semester and beyond. Chapter leadership shall meet with OSFL and IHQ to develop and implement their accountability board. Due by 7/1/2024.
    • The Chapter’s Executive Board, Judicial Board, New Member Committee and Recruitment Committee shall meet with OSFL to review and discuss their New Member Education Plan for the Fall 2024 semester. Meeting and documentation of plan is due by 7/1/2024.
    • Chapter shall compete IHQ’s online Tightrope Hazing Education Program. A minimum of 90% of new and active members must complete the program by 5/15/2024.
    • Following the completion of the Tightrope Hazing Education Program, the Chapter shall complete UTK’s Hazing EDU Workshop with the Hazing Prevention Team. A minimum of 90% of new and active members must be present and it must be done by 5/15/2024.
  • Sanction Status: Completed

  • Incident Date: Fall 2023
  • Incident Location: On- and Off-Campus
  • Reported by: Community Member
  • Investigation Start Date: 10/26/2023
  • Investigation End Date: 3/18/2024
  • Case Resolution Date: 3/18/2024
  • Resolution Type: Resolution Agreement
  • Charges: (9) Private or Public Property, (10) Hazing, (11) Disorderly Conduct, (18) Alcohol-Related Conduct, (19) Alcohol Related Conduct Prohibited by Law, (20) Providing Alcohol to Underage Person
  • Sanctions:
    • Disciplinary Probation through 12/1/2024.
    • Chapter’s exec board will meet monthly with OSFL to discuss health and safety within the chapter starting upon completion of the membership review process and ending in December 2024.
    • The Chapter is required to develop and follow an internal accountability plan for the Spring 2024 semester and beyond. For one of these monthly meetings Chapter leaders must engage in an educational conversation to develop and implement their accountability board. Due by 5/15/2024.
    • The Chapter’s Risk Management Committee and Social Chairs must meet with OSFL to discuss risk mitigation strategies and health and safety as it relates to chapter operations by 6/1/2024.
    • The Chapter’s New Member Education Team and Executive
    • Council officers for the fall 2024 semester shall attend a facilitated conversation with OSFL regarding the Chapter’s member education
    • programming for the fall 2024 semester. Following the facilitated dialogue, the Chapter shall review and revise their New Member Education plan. The meeting and a detailed plan for fall 2024 is due by 7/1/2024.
    • The Chapter shall complete Hazing EDU with the University’s Hazing Prevention Team. 90% of new and active members must be present and must be completed by 5/15/2024.
    • The Chapter shall complete a Social Event Management Program
    • with HQ. 90% of new and active members must be present and it must be completed by 6/15/2024.
    • The Chapter’s Executive Board shall meet with representatives from SCCS, OSFL, and HQ to discuss the ways in which the chapter has seen improvements and/or changes throughout the course of the educational activities. The chapter will work with OSFL to develop a document detailing the ways the Chapter has improved and any areas that there are still opportunities for growth. This meeting must occur no later than 8/1/2024.
    • The chapter will attend an educational, redevelopment retreat coordinated by HQ and the University. 90% of members and 100% of Executive Council must attend and it will be completed by 12/1/2024.
  • Sanction Status: Completed

  • Incident Date: Fall 2023 and Spring 2024
  • Incident Location: On- and Off-Campus
  • Reported by: UT Staff
  • Investigation Start Date: 2/19/2024
  • Investigation End Date: 3/21/2024
  • Case Resolution Date: 3/22/2024
  • Resolution Type: Resolution Agreement
  • Charges: (10) Hazing, (18) x2 Alcohol-Related Conduct, (19) Alcohol-Related Conduct Prohibited by Law, (20) x2 Providing Alcohol to Underage Person, (21) Drugs and Drug Paraphernalia
  • Sanctions:
    • Disciplinary Probation through 12/1/2024.
    • Chapter will be restricted to hosting 3 social events with alcohol for the remainder of the spring 2024 semester.
    • Chapter will be restricted to hosting 10 social events with alcohol during the fall 2024 semester.
    • Chapter’s Executive Board will host monthly meetings with OSFL to discuss health and safety as it relates to chapter operations. Meetings start in March 2024 and end upon conclusion of chapter’s disciplinary probation.
    • Chapter’s Executive Board, Social Event Planning Team, and Risk Management Team shall work with OSFL to discuss events with alcohol as it related to risk management strategies, even registration, and expectations for their entire membership during social events by 4/15/2024.
    • Following the facilitated dialogue with OSFL on social events, leadership agrees to facilitate a conversation with the Chapter’s membership around safe social event practices. 90% of new members and active members should be present and it should be completed by 5/15/2024,
    • Chapter shall attend an educational, redevelopment retreat coordinated by OSFL. The retreat will include programs centered on Chapter culture and identity; risk management strategies; creating a healthy and safe member experience; hazing prevention education; alcohol and other drug education; and expectations from both the NHQ and University on being a successful, sustainable Chapter. 90% of new members and active members should be present and it should be completed by 5/15/2024,
    • The Chapter shall participate in NHQ’s standardized New Member
    • Education Program for the Spring 2024 term and beyond. The Chapter shall develop a true New Member Education plan that involves ways for new members and active members to bond without hazing. The Chapter’s
    • Executive Board, Judicial Board, New Member (NM) Committee, and Recruitment Committee shall meet with OSFL’s & NHQ to review and discuss their NM Education plan for the Fall 2024 semester. This meeting should be completed by 7/1/2024.
  • Sanction Status: Completed

  • Incident Date: Fall 2023
  • Incident Location: On- and Off-Campus
  • Reported by: Community Member
  • Investigation Start Date: 10/11/2023
  • Investigation End Date: 1/27/2024
  • Case Resolution Date: 2/1/2024
  • Resolution Type: Resolution Agreement
  • Charges: (10) Hazing
  • Sanctions:
    • Disciplinary Probation through 5/15/2024.
    • The Chapter shall work with OSFL to develop a true New Member Education plan that involves ways for new members and active members to bond without hazing by 2/15/2024.
    • The Chapter shall complete the VolsGrow Online Module. A minimum of 90% of members must complete the course by 3/1/2024.
    • The Chapter shall complete UTK’s Hazing EDU Workshop with the University’s Hazing Prevention Team. A minimum of 90% of members must be present and it should be completed by 3/15/2024.
    • The Chapter’s Executive Board shall host monthly meetings with OSFL to discuss member education, planning, and education. These meetings should begin in February 2024 and end by 5/15/2024.
  • Sanction Status: Completed

  • Incident Date: October 2023
  • Incident Location: Off-Campus
  • Reported by: Community Member
  • Investigation Start Date: 11/11/2023
  • Investigation End Date: 2/16/2024
  • Case Resolution Date: 2/26/2024
  • Resolution Type: Resolution Agreement
  • Charges: (10) Hazing
  • Sanctions:
    • Disciplinary Probation through 6/1/2024.
    • The Chapter’s Executive Board and Judicial Board will host monthly meetings with OSFL through 6/1/2024.
    • The Chapter is required to develop and follow an internal accountability plan for the spring 2024 semester and beyond. Chapter leadership should meet with OSFL to develop and implement the plan by 3/15/2024.
    • The Chapter shall complete an educational webinar session about hazing prevention with the Chapter’s HQ and/or the Hazing Prevention Team at UTK. A minimum of 80% of new and active members must be present and 100% of the Chapter’s Executive Board and New Member Education Committee must attend. This program should be completed by 5/1/2024.
    • The Chapter shall complete 5 programming events related to the Sacred Purpose. These topics should include a variety of health and safety topics. A minimum of 90% of new members and active members must participate. This must be completed by 5/1/2024.
    • The Chapter’s Executive Board, New Member Committee, and Recruitment Committee shall meet with OSFL to review and discuss their NM Education plan for the Fall 2024 semester. This must be completed by 6/1/2024.
  • Sanction Status: Complete

  • Incident Date: Fall 2022
  • Incident Location: On-Campus
  • Reported by: Community Member
  • Investigation Start Date: 9/15/2022
  • Investigation End Date: 10/27/2022
  • Case Resolution Date: 11/2/2022
  • Resolution Type: Resolution Agreement
  • Charges: (10) Hazing
  • Sanctions:
    • Disciplinary Probation through May 17, 2023.
    • The Chapter’s Executive Board and New Member Education committee shall host monthly meetings with OSFL to discuss new member developments, planning, and education through May 17, 2023.
      • For one of the Chapter’s monthly meetings with OSFL, the chapter will discuss and develop a transition plan by December 15, 2022.
    • The Chapter’s Executive Board and New Member Education Committee shall complete the VolsGrow Online Module by November 11, 2022.
    • The Chapter previously completed UTK’s Hazing EDU workshop in the spring 2022 semester so they shall attend a follow-up hazing education workshop by December 1, 2022.
    • The chapter shall develop a true New Member Education plan that involves ways for new members and active members to bond without hazing by January 13, 2023.
  • Sanction Status: Completed

  • Incident Date: Fall 2022
  • Incident Location: On-Campus
  • Reported by: Community Member
  • Investigation Start Date: 9/16/2022
  • Investigation End Date: 6/14/2023
  • Case Resolution Date: 6/21/2023
  • Resolution Type: Alternative Resolution
  • Charges: (10) Hazing, (19) Alcohol Related Conduct Prohibited by Law, (20) Providing Alcohol to Underage Person
  • Sanctions:
    • Disciplinary Probation through 7/1/2023.
    • The Chapter’s Executive Board will meet with OSFL to discuss risk mitigation strategies and safety at events by 7/15/2023.
    • The Chapter will participate in the International Fraternity’s Associate Member Onboarding Program from Fall 2023 and beyond. A detailed new member education plan is due by 8/1/2023.
    • The Chapter’s New Member Education team and Executive Board will attend a meeting with OSFL to discuss policies and the member education program by 8/1/2023.
    • The Associate Member Onboarding program and activities developed by the Chapter must be reviewed by the Fraternity Staff prior to any Associate Member Onboarding activities and prior to 8/1/2023.
  • Sanction Status: Completed

  • Incident Date: Spring 2023
  • Incident Location: On-Campus
  • Reported by: UT Staff Member
  • Investigation Start Date: 5/25/2023
  • Investigation End Date: 8/3/2023
  • Case Resolution Date: 8/4/2023
  • Resolution Type: Resolution Agreement
  • Charges: (3) Misuse of Information in Connection with University Investigation or Hearing, (10) Hazing, (19) Alcohol-Related Conduct Prohibited by Law, (20) Providing Alcohol to Underage Person
  • Sanctions:
    • Disciplinary Probation through 3/1/2024.
    • Chapter’s New Member Educator and Executive Council
      officers for the fall 2023 semester shall attend a facilitated conversation with OSFL by 8/22/2023.
    • Chapter should complete Bystander Intervention Training with OSFL by 9/3/2023. A minimum of 80% of the chapter should be present.
    • Chapter should complete UTK’s VolsREACH Module by 9/12/2023. A minimum of 80% of members should complete the module.
    • The Chapter’s Executive Board and Social Chairs must meet with OSFL to discuss risk mitigation strategies and health and safety as it relates to Chapter operations by 9/29/2023.
    • Chapter should complete HazingEDU by 10/3/2023. A minimum of 80% of the chapter should be present.
    • The Chapter is required to review and revise their internal accountability plan with OSFL by 11/1/2023.
    • The Chapter’s Executive Board and New Member Education Committee shall work with OSFL to plan and execute a transition workshop for outgoing and incoming officers by 12/15/2023.
    • The Chapter’s Executive Board and New Member Education Committee for the spring 2024 semester shall attend a facilitated conversation
      with OSFL regarding the chapter’s new member education program for the spring 2024 semester by 2/1/2024.
  • Sanction Status: Incomplete, suspended by Inter/National Organization prior to completion

  • Incident Date: Spring 2023
  • Incident Location: On- and Off-Campus
  • Reported by: Community Member
  • Investigation Start Date: 2/21/2023
  • Investigation End Date: 3/10/2023
  • Case Resolution Date: 3/13/2023
  • Resolution Type: Resolution Agreement
  • Charges: (5) Harm to Others, (10) Hazing, (18) Alcohol-Related Conduct, (19) Alcohol Related Conduct Prohibited by Law, (20) Providing Alcohol to Underage Person, (21) Drugs and Drug Paraphernalia
  • Sanctions:
    • Deferred Suspension through 6/1/2023.
    • Disciplinary Probation through 12/15/2023.
    • Loss or Restriction of Privilege: Phi Gamma Delta IHQ is placing the chapter on a Trusteeship.
    • All recruitment activities shall be overseen by the Graduate Trustees and supported by IHQ. All recruitment, member development, and all other programming must be approved by the Graduate Trustees.
    • All newly appointed Chapter leaders shall attend all Phi Gamma Delta National Leadership Programs.
    • Loss or Restriction of Privilege: No social events and only brotherhood events without alcohol.
    • Chapter has the ability to earn back social events without alcohol and ten (10) social events with alcohol for the fall 2023 semester starting 8/1/2023.
    • All members of the chapter must meet with representatives of the Trusteeship and/or the IHQ to discuss their active membership in the chapter. IHQ and Trustees will review each member’s status to determine if they will be permitted to remain an active member or if membership status changes may be warranted. Membership review will be completed by 6/1/2023.
    • The chapter will attend an educational, redevelopment retreat coordinated by IHQ and the University. 90% of members and 100% of Executive Council must attend and it will be completed by 6/15/2023.
    • Chapter’s exec board will meet monthly with OSFL to discuss health and safety within the chapter starting upon completion of the membership review process and ending in December 2023.
    • Chapter will participate in IHQ’s standardized Member Education Program for the Fall 2023 term and beyond. For one of these monthly meetings, the Chapter’s New Member Educator and Executive Council officers for the fall 2023 semester shall discuss the Chapter’s member education programming for the fall 2023 semester. Due by 8/1/2023.
    • The Chapter is required to develop and follow an internal accountability plan for the fall 2023 semester and beyond. For one of these monthly meetings Chapter leaders must engage in an educational conversation to develop and implement their accountability board. Due by 8/1/2023.
  • Sanction Status: Completed

  • Incident Date: Fall 2022
  • Incident Location: On- and Off-Campus
  • Reported by: Community Member
  • Investigation Start Date: 10/3/2022
  • Investigation End Date: 11/16/2022
  • Case Resolution Date: 11/16/2022
  • Resolution Type: Resolution Agreement
  • Charges: (5) Harm to Others, (10) Hazing, (18) Alcohol-Related Conduct, (19) x2 Alcohol-Related Conduct Prohibited by Law, (20) x2 Providing Alcohol to Underage Person, (21) Drugs and Drug Paraphernalia
  • Sanctions:
    • Deferred Suspension through 2/15/2023.
    • Disciplinary Probation through 12/15/2023.
    • Loss or Restriction of Privilege: No social events and only brotherhood events without alcohol until 2/15/2023.
    • Following 2/15/2023 the chapter has the ability to earn back (5) social events with alcohol for the spring 2023 term.
    • When social events are permitted, chapter will meet with OSFL to plan and debrief social events with alcohol during Spring 2023.
    • All events are to be registered and approved through OSFL’s VOLink registration process.
    • Chapter’s exec board will meet monthly with OSFL to discuss health and safety within the chapter from 11/2022 through 12/2023.
    • During the November monthly meeting, the Executive Board and New Member Education Committee will work with OSFL to plan and execute a transition workshop.
    • During the December monthly meeting, the Executive Board and New Member Education team will develop a robust Member Education plan that involves ways for new members and active members to bond without alcohol or hazing and review it with OSFL.
    • During the January monthly meeting, the Chapter’s Executive Board will work to further develop internal accountability and update the expectations and operations of the Judicial Committee.
    • The Chapter’s incoming and outgoing Executive Boards shall complete the Vols ACT Online Module by 12/15/2022.
    • Chapter’s Executive Board for the Spring 2023 semester will complete the Officer 101 education modules through Phi Kappa Psi Headquarters by 2/15/2023.
    • The Chapter shall attend an educational, redevelopment retreat facilitated by Phi Kappa Psi General Headquarters (HQs) and the University by 2/15/2023. 90% of the Chapter is expected to attend.
    • The Chapter shall participate in a mock social event facilitated by OSFL by March 20, 2023. 90% of active and new members must be present.
  • Sanction Status: Completed

  • Incident Date: Spring 2023
  • Incident Location: On Campus
  • Reported by: Community Member
  • Investigation Start Date: 4/30/2023
  • Investigation End Date: 5/18/2023
  • Case Resolution Date: 5/23/2023
  • Resolution Type: Resolution Agreement
  • Charges: (10) Hazing, (25) Violation of Interim Administrative Actions, Disciplinary Sanctions, or Condition of Re-Enrollment
  • Sanctions:
    • Disciplinary Probation through 12/15/2023.
    • Chapter’s Executive Board must meet with OSFL to discuss risk mitigation strategies and health and safety as it relates to Chapter operations by 7/1/2023.
    • Chapter shall develop and implement a robust new member education plan. The Chapter’s New Member Educator and Executive Council Officers shall attend a facilitated conversation with OSFL regarding member education programming for the fall 2023 by August 1, 2023.
    • Chapter’s New Member Education Committee shall host monthly meetings with OSFL to discuss new member developments, planning and education beginning in August 2023 and ending following the completion of new member programming and initiation in the fall 2023 semester.
    • The Chapter shall complete UTK’s Hazing EDU workshop by 9/15/2023.
  • Sanction Status: Completed

  • Incident Date: Fall 2021
  • Incident Location: On- and Off-Campus
  • Reported by: Community Member
  • Investigation Start Date: 10/28/2021
  • Investigation End Date: 3/8/2022
  • Case Resolution Date: 3/10/2022
  • Resolution Type: Alternative Resolution
  • Charges: (10) Hazing, (18) Alcohol-Related Conduct, (19) Alcohol-Related Conduct Prohibited by Law, (20) Providing Alcohol to Underage
  • Sanctions:
    • Disciplinary Probation through 8/1/2022.
    • Executive Board monthly meetings with OSFL to discuss health and safety as it relates to chapter operations through the end of Disciplinary Probation.
    • Internal accountability plan to be completed by 4/1/2022.
    • Executive Board will complete the Vols ACT Online Module by 4/15/2022.
    • Chapter will host an educational workshop regarding Bystander Intervention by 4/15/2022.
    • Chapter will participate in an educational workshop with Gentry McCreary, and/ or another guest speaker approved by SCCS, to address chapter operations as it relates to health and safety, brotherhood development, and safe social event management by 5/15/2022.
  • Sanction Status: Completed

  • Incident Date: Fall 2021
  • Incident Location: On- and Off-Campus
  • Reported by: Community Member
  • Investigation Start Date: 10/28/2021
  • Investigation End Date: 11/22/2021
  • Case Resolution Date: 11/22/2021
  • Resolution Type: Resolution Agreement
  • Charges: (5) Harm to Others, (10) Hazing, (14) Fire Safety, (18) Alcohol-Related Conduct, (19) Alcohol-Related Conduct Prohibited by Law, (20) Providing Alcohol to an Underage Person, (25) x2 Violation of Interim Administrative Actions, Disciplinary Sanctions, or Condition of Re-Enrollment
  • Sanctions:
    • On 11/22/2021, UTK and Alpha Tau Omega National Headquarters (NHQ) collaboratively made the decision to suspend the Pi Chapter of Alpha Tau Omega. The Division of Student Life and Alpha Tau Omega NHQ have entered into a MOU to support the suspension and lay out a path for a successful return. The earliest date the Chapter is eligible to return to UTK is Fall 2026.
  • Sanction Status: Incomplete; suspension by University and Inter/National Organization

  • Incident Date: Fall 2021
  • Incident Location: On- and Off-Campus
  • Reported by: Community Member
  • Investigation Start Date: 10/13/2021
  • Investigation End Date: 3/10/2022
  • Case Resolution Date: 3/11/2022
  • Resolution Type: Alternative Resolution
  • Charges: (10) Hazing, (18) Alcohol-Related Conduct, (19) Alcohol-Related Conduct Prohibited by Law, (20) Providing Alcohol to Underage Person, (25) Violation of Sanctions
  • Sanctions:
    • Disciplinary Probation until 8/1/2022.
    • Executive Board monthly meetings with OSFL to discuss health and safety as it relates to chapter operations through the end of Disciplinary Probation.
    • Internal accountability plan to be completed by 4/1/2022.
    • Develop a New Member Education Plan followed by a facilitated conversation with OSFL by 7/1/2022.
    • Chapter will host HazingEDU follow-up by 5/1/2022.
    • Chapter will host Sober Monitor Training by 5/21/2022.
    • All events are to be registered and approved through OSFL’s VOLink registration process.
  • Sanction Status: Complete

  • Incident Date: Fall 2021
  • Incident Location: Off-Campus
  • Reported by: Anonymous
  • Investigation Start Date: 11/19/2021
  • Investigation End Date: 3/3/2022
  • Case Resolution Date: 3/10/2022
  • Resolution Type: Resolution Agreement
  • Charges: (5) Harm to Others, (10) Hazing, (19) Alcohol-Related Conduct Prohibited by Law, (20) Providing Alcohol to an Underage Person
  • Sanctions:
    • On 3/10/2022 the Mu Rho Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. accepted the University of Tennessee’s recommendation to suspend the chapter. The Division of Student Life and Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., International Headquarters (HQ) will enter into a MOU to support the suspension and lay out a path for a successful return. The earliest date the Chapter is eligible to return is spring 2027.
  • Sanction Status: Incomplete, Suspension

  • Incident Date: Fall 2021
  • Incident Location: On and Off-Campus
  • Reported by: UTPD
  • Investigation Start Date: 10/31/2021
  • Investigation End Date: 2/8/2022
  • Case Resolution Date: 2/11/2022
  • Resolution Type: Resolution Agreement
  • Charges: (5) Harm to Others, (10) Hazing, (18) Alcohol-Related Conduct, (19) Alcohol Related Conduct Prohibited by Law, (20) Providing Alcohol to Underage Person
  • Sanctions:
    • Deferred Suspension through 6/1/2022.
    • Disciplinary Probation through 12/15/2022.
    • Loss or Restriction of Privilege: No social events and only brotherhood events without alcohol.
    • Chapter has the ability to earn back social events without alcohol and three (3) social events with alcohol starting 4/15/2022.
    • When social events are permitted, chapter will meet with OSFL to plan and debrief social events with alcohol during Spring 2022.
    • All events are to be registered and approved through OSFL’s VOLink registration process.
    • Chapter’s exec board will meet monthly with OSFL to discuss health and safety within the chapter from 02/2022 through 12/2022.
    • The Chapter will complete “Finding Common Ground,” an online empathy training program by 3/15/2022.
    • The Chapter is required to develop and follow an internal accountability plan by 3/15/2022.
    • The Chapter will participate in an educational workshop with OSFL to address chapter operations as it relates to health and safety, brotherhood development, bystander intervention, internal accountability, and ethical decision making 4/1/2022.
    • The Chapter will complete UTK’s Sober Monitor Training by 4/15/2022.
    • The Chapter will complete UTK’s Hazing EDU Workshop by 5/21/2022.
    • The Chapter will develop a Member Education plan and attend a facilitated conversation with OSFL by 7/1/2022.
  • Sanction Status: Completed

  • Incident Date: Spring and Fall 2021
  • Incident Location: On- and Off-Campus
  • Reported by: Community Member
  • Investigation Start Date: 10/13/2021
  • Investigation End Date: 2/8/2022
  • Case Resolution Date: 2/11/2022
  • Resolution Type: Alternative Resolution
  • Charges: (10) Hazing, (18) Alcohol-Related Conduct, (19) Alcohol Related Conduct Prohibited by Law, (20) Providing Alcohol to Underage Person
  • Sanctions:
    • Disciplinary Probation until 6/1/2022.
    • Executive Board monthly meetings with OSFL to discuss health and safety as it relates to chapter operations and cover the following:
    • Discuss and build a program around mentorship and what it means to be an supportive “Big Brother.”
    • Develop and follow and internal accountability board/plan.
    • Complete UTK’s Hazing EDU workshop by 3/15/2022.
    • Complete OSFL’s Sober Monitor Training by 6/1/2022.
  • Sanction Status: Completed

  • Incident Date: Fall 2021
  • Incident Location: On- and Off-Campus
  • Reported by: Anonymous
  • Investigation Start Date: 9/21/2021
  • Investigation End Date: 3/7/2022
  • Case Resolution Date: 3/9/2022
  • Resolution Type: Alternative Resolution
  • Charges: (10) Hazing, (18) Alcohol-Related Conduct, (19) Alcohol-Related Conduct Prohibited by Law, (20) Providing Alcohol to Underage Person
  • Sanctions:
    • Disciplinary Probation through 8/1/2022.
    • Executive Board monthly meetings with OSFL to discuss health and safety as it relates to chapter operations through the end of Disciplinary Probation. These meetings will cover the following:
    • Brotherhood development plan that will be presented to the chapter by 4/1/2022.
    • Internal accountability plan to be completed by 5/1/2022.
    • Complete UTK’s Hazing EDU workshop by 5/1/2022.
    • Complete OSFL’s Sober Monitor Training by 6/1/2022.
    • Develop a New Member Education plan and attend a facilitated conversation with OSFL by 6/15/2022.
  • Sanction Status: Completed

  • Incident Date: Fall 2021
  • Incident Location: On- and Off-Campus
  • Reported by: Anonymous
  • Investigation Start Date: 9/3/2021
  • Investigation End Date: 1/10/2022
  • Case Resolution Date: 1/10/2022
  • Resolution Type: Resolution Agreement
  • Charges: (10) Hazing, (18) x2 Alcohol-Related Conduct, (19) Alcohol Related Conduct Prohibited by Law, (20) Providing Alcohol to Underage Person, (25) x2 Violations of Interim Actions, Sanctions, and Conditions
  • Sanctions:
    • Deferred Suspension through 4/1/2022.
    • Disciplinary Probation through 12/15/2022.
    • Loss or Restriction of Privilege: No social events and only brotherhood events without alcohol.
    • Chapter has the ability to earn back social events without alcohol and three (3) social events with alcohol starting 4/1/2022.
    • When social events are permitted, chapter will meet with OSFL to plan and debrief social events with alcohol during Spring 2022.
    • All events are to be registered and approved through OSFL’s VOLink registration process
    • Chapter will attend an educational, redevelopment retreat coordinated by SAE General Headquarters and the University. Topics covered will be health and safety best practices, hazing prevention education, bystander intervention, internal accountability, and expectations from both HQ and the University.
    • Chapter will participate in HQ’s standardized Phoenix Member Education Program.
    • Chapter’s Member Educator and Executive Council will meet with OSFL to review member education programming for the fall 2022 semester by 07/01/2022.
    • Chapter’s exec board will meet monthly with OSFL to discuss health and safety within the chapter from 02/2022 through 12/2022.
  • Sanction Status: Completed

  • Incident Date: Fall 2021
  • Incident Location: On- and Off-Campus
  • Reported by: UT Staff Member
  • Investigation Start Date: 10/1/2021
  • Investigation End Date: 2/25/2022
  • Case Resolution Date: 3/4/2022
  • Resolution Type: Alternative Resolution
  • Charges: (10) Hazing, (18) Alcohol-Related Conduct, (19) Alcohol-Related Conduct Prohibited by Law, (20) Providing Alcohol to Underage Person
  • Sanctions:
    • Disciplinary Probation through 8/1/2022.
    • New Member Education Committee monthly meetings with OSFL until 6/1/2022.
    • Executive Board monthly meetings with OSFL to discuss health and safety as it relates to chapter operations through the end of Disciplinary Probation.
    • Complete UTK’s Hazing EDU workshop by 4/15/2022.
    • Complete OSFL’s Sober Monitor Training by 5/15/2022.
    • Develop a New Member Education plan and attend a facilitated conversation with OSFL by 7/1/2022.
  • Sanction Status: Completed

  • Incident Date: Spring 2022
  • Incident Location: On- and Off-Campus
  • Reported by: UT Staff Member
  • Investigation Start Date: 2/3/2022
  • Investigation End Date: 5/4/2022
  • Case Resolution Date: 5/10/2022
  • Resolution Type: Alternative Resolution
  • Charges: (10) Hazing, (19) Alcohol Related Conduct Prohibited by Law, (20) Providing Alcohol to Underage Person
  • Sanctions:
    • Disciplinary Probation through 12/15/2022.
    • Loss or restriction of privileges: No social events and only brotherhood events without alcohol until August 31, 2022.
    • Chapter has the ability to earn back 8 social events with alcohol and unlimited social events without alcohol starting on 8/31/2022.
    • Educational Sanctions:
    • For each of the Chapter’s 8 social events with alcohol during the Fall 2022 semester, the individuals responsible for organizing the events will meet with OSFL prior to hosting each event and again within 7 business days following the event to review.
    • Executive Board monthly meetings with OSFL to discuss health and safety as it relates to chapter operations through the end of Disciplinary Probation.
    • Executive Board will work to complete Sigma Nu’s “Candidate Development Action Plan” by 6/1/2022.
    • Following the completion of the “Candidate Development Action Plan,” the Executive Board will develop a true candidate educational program by 7/1/2022.
    • The Executive Board will develop and follow an internal accountability plan by 8/1/2022.
    • Complete UTK’s Hazing EDU workshop by 8/31/2022.
    • Risk Reduction Chairman and his committee agree to work with OSFL to develop “Values Congruent Environments Action Plan,” outlining the chapter’s strategy for risk management and prevention by August 31, 2022.
    • The Chapter’s leadership agrees to review the “Values Congruent Environments Action Plan,” with Chapter members in collaboration with OSFL by 8/31/2022.
    • Participate in “Phase I: Session 6: Values & Ethics” of Sigma Nu’s LEAD Program by 10/1/2022.
  • Sanction Status: Completed

Incident Date: 10/9/2021

  • Incident Date: Fall 2021
  • Incident Location: On- and Off-Campus
  • Reported by: Anonymous
  • Investigation Start Date: 10/13/2021
  • Investigation End Date: 2/11/2022
  • Case Resolution Date: 2/18/2022
  • Resolution Type: Alternative Resolution
  • Charges: (10) Hazing, (18) Alcohol Related Conduct, (19) Alcohol Related Conduct Prohibited by Law, (20) Providing Alcohol to Underage Person
  • Sanctions:
    • Disciplinary Probation through 6/1/2022.
    • Executive Board monthly meetings with OSFL to discuss health and safety as it relates to chapter operations and cover the following:
    • Develop and follow and internal accountability board/plan.
    • Complete UTK’s Hazing EDU workshop by 4/1/2022.
    • Complete an educational program regarding social event safety, risk mitigation strategies, and bystander intervention with the University of Tennessee Police Department (UTPD) Community Relationships Unit by 05/1/2022.
    • Complete OSFL’s Sober Monitor Training by 6/1/2022.
  • Sanction Status: Incomplete, suspended by University and Inter/National Organization prior to completion

  • Incident Date: Spring 2022
  • Incident Location: On- and Off-Campus
  • Reported by: Community Member
  • Investigation Start Date: 4/1/2022
  • Investigation End Date: 6/30/2022
  • Case Resolution Date: 7/7/2022
  • Resolution Type: Alternative Resolution
  • Charges: (2) Providing False Information, (5) Harm to Others, (10) Hazing, (18) Alcohol Related Conduct, (19) Alcohol Related Conduct Prohibited by Law, (20) Providing Alcohol to Underage Person, (25) Violation of Sanctions
  • Sanctions:
    • Suspension/Cease and Desist through the Spring 2023 semester. An exception to this status is educational activities outlined in the Chapter’s Remedial Action Plan.
    • Active status may be petitioned when all Headquarters and University expectations have been met no earlier than 12/07/2022.
    • Complete Chapter Remedial Action Plan.
    • Once on active status, the chapter agrees to complete: Deferred Suspension for no less than one (1) semester and Disciplinary Probation for no less than three (3) semesters.
    • The Alumni Advisory Council (AAC) and HQs will facilitate and oversee a membership review and officer review.
    • The Chapter will have a HQs staff member live in the on-campus Chapter house who will be present at all major Chapter events.
    • Upon return to active status and while on Disciplinary Probation, all social events, both on-campus and off-campus, shall be registered and reviewed in advance with OSFL and HQs a minimum of 7 days in advance for dry events and 14 days in advance for events with alcohol. This includes any event that has a social element to it. All social events must adhere to local, state, HQs and University expectations.
    • If the chapter is found responsible for additional violations during the remainder of the 2022-2023 academic year, the Chapter will suspend all chapter operations and close for no less than five (5) years.
  • Sanction Status: Incomplete, Suspension

  • Incident Date: Fall 2020
  • Incident Location: On- and Off-Campus
  • Reported by: UT Student
  • Investigation Start Date: 10/12/2020
  • Investigation End Date: 12/14/2020
  • Case Resolution Date: 12/15/2020
  • Resolution Type: Resolution Agreement
  • Charges: (10) Hazing, (25) Violation of Interim Actions, Sanctions, Conditions
  • Sanctions:
    • Deferred suspension through 4/1/2021.
    • Disciplinary probation through 12/1/2021.
    • Loss or restriction of privileges: The Chapter is restricted to brotherhood events and date parties only for social events for the duration of the spring 2021 and summer 2021 semesters. No other events are permitted to occur, including both information and formal events.
    • While on Disciplinary Probation, all on- and off-campus events shall be reviewed in advance with OSFL a minimum of 10 business days in advance.
    • The Chapter shall host a session on social event education by February 15, 2021.
    • The Chapter shall host small group sessions regarding hazing education once a month starting in February 2021 and ending in November 2021.
    • The Chapter shall develop a true New Member Education plan. A detailed plan for Spring 2021 is due by February 15, 2021 and a detailed plan for fall 2021 is due by August 15, 2021.
    • The Chapter New Member Education Committee is required to meet a minimum of once a month during Disciplinary Probation with OSFL to discuss NM developments, planning, and education.
    • The Chapter is required to develop and follow an internal accountability plan.
  • Sanction Status: Incomplete; suspension by University and Inter/National Organization prior to completion

  • Incident Date: Spring 2020
  • Incident Location: Off-Campus
  • Reported by: Anonymous
  • Investigation Start Date: 3/3/2021
  • Investigation End Date: 6/30/2021
  • Case Resolution Date: 7/8/2021
  • Resolution Type: Alternative Resolution
  • Charges: (5) Harm to Others, (10) Hazing, (19) Alcohol Related Conduct Prohibited by Law, (20) Provision of Alcohol to Underage Person
  • Sanctions:
    • Disciplinary Probation through 5/21/2022.
    • The Chapter agrees to develop a true New Member Education Plan by August 2, 2021.
    • The Chapter agrees to participate in the Beta Theta Pi HQ’s Son of the Stars New Member Orientation Pilot Program for fall 2021 and beyond.
    • The Chapter agrees to develop and follow an Internal Accountability Plan. Proof of the Internal Accountability Plan is due by August 17, 2021 and proof that the plan is being executed is due monthly to OSFL and HQ’s until the conclusion of Disciplinary Probation.
    • The Chapter agrees to conduct a ritual review focused on the Seven Obligations and Three Principles of Beta Theta Pi by August 17, 2021.
    • The Chapter agrees to complete HQ’s online educational module on hazing prevention by September 1, 2021.
    • The Chapter agrees that the Executive Board shall attend a facilitated conversation regarding health and safety with CHEW by September 1, 2021.
    • The Chapter agrees to participate in an educational conversation with OSFL focused on event management, the expected safety precautions for organization and individuals, what constitutes a chapter event, and the importance of each member doing their part by September 1, 2021.
    • The Chapter agrees to complete HazingEDU by September 15, 2021.
    • The Chapter agrees to participate in an educational workshop on bystander intervention with CHEW by October 1, 2021.
    • The Chapter agrees to host monthly meetings for the New Member Education Committee and OSFL from July 2021 through initiation in the Fall 2021 semester.
    • The Chapter agrees that the New Member Education Committee for the spring 2022 semester shall attend a facilitated conversation with OSFL by February 1, 2022.
    • The Chapter agrees that until May 21, 2022 all social events, both on and off campus shall be registered and reviewed by OSFL.
  • Sanction Status: Completed

  • Incident Date: Fall 2020
  • Incident Location: On- and Off-Campus
  • Reported by: UT Staff and UT Student
  • Investigation Start Date: 10/18/2020
  • Investigation End Date: 2/23/2021
  • Case Resolution Date: 3/2/2021
  • Resolution Type: Alternative Resolution
  • Charges: (5) x2 Harm to Others, (10) Hazing, (14) Fire Safety, (21) Conduct Related to Drugs, (25) x3 Violation of Sanctions
  • Sanctions:
    • Remain on Suspension/Cease and Desist until December 1, 2021.
    • During Spring and Fall 2021, the chapter may only host events to complete sanctions and hold limited brotherhood events with approval of OSFL, Advisors, and Delta Tau Delta Central Office.
    • Loss of privilege – the chapter is restricted from living in any on-campus facility (including, but not limited to, the chapter’s current facility at 1844 Fraternity Park Drive) until Fall 2025.
    • The Alumni Supervisory Committee (ASC) will supervise all chapter operations moving forward.
    • Membership review performed by the Delta Tau Delta Central Office and ASC.
    • Complete the Chapter Development Program and Action Plan.
    • After suspension has been lifted, the chapter will return on Deferred Suspension for no less than one semester and Disciplinary Probation for no less than two additional semesters.
  • Sanction Status: On 2/23/2022, Delta Tau Delta National Headquarters (NHQ) voted to withdraw the charter of the Delta Tau Delta Chapter at the University of Tennessee due to the Chapter not fulfilling the terms of their Alternative Resolution. The Division of Student Life entered into a MOU to extend the suspension and outline the Chapter’s successful return in the spring 2024 semester.

  • Incident Date: Fall 2020
  • Incident Location: On- and Off-Campus
  • Reported by: Community Member
  • Investigation Start Date: 10/23/2020
  • Investigation End Date: 12/11/2020
  • Case Resolution Date: 12/11/2020
  • Resolution Type: Resolution Agreement
  • Charges: (5) Harm to Others, (10) Hazing, (19) Alcohol Related Conduct Prohibited by Law, (20) Providing Alcohol to Underage Person, (25) Violation of Interim Actions, Sanctions, Conditions
  • Sanctions:
    • On 12/11/2020, UTK and Kappa Alpha Order National Administrative Office (NAO) collaboratively made the decision to suspend the Pi Chapter of Kappa Alpha. The Division of Student Life and Kappa Alpha NAO have entered into a MOU to support the suspension and lay out a path for successful return.  The earliest date the Chapter can return to UTK is Spring 2025.
  • Sanction Status: Completed; returned to campus

  • Incident Date: Fall 2020
  • Incident Location: On- and Off-Campus
  • Reported by: UTPD
  • Investigation Start Date: 8/30/2020
  • Investigation End Date: 2/2/2021
  • Case Resolution Date: 2/3/2021
  • Resolution Type: Alternative Resolution
  • Charges: (5) Harm to Others (x2), (10) Hazing, (19) Alcohol Related Conduct Prohibited by Law, (20) Providing Alcohol to Underage Person, (25) Violation of Sanctions
  • Sanctions:
    • Suspension/Cease and Desist through the summer of 2021
    • Membership and leadership review conducted by National Headquarters
    • Complete Chapter Remedial Action plan
    • Deferred Suspension through Fall 2021
    • Disciplinary Probation through Fall 2022
    • Fill vacant advisory position by 12/1/2021
    • When able, all social events will be reviewed with OSFL through Fall 2021
  • Sanction Status: Completed

Suspended Organizations

The organizations below are currently suspended from the university due to hazing-related violations. The university does not recognize these organizations.

  • Incident Date: Fall 2021
  • Incident Location: On and Off-Campus
  • Reported by: Community Member
  • Investigation Start Date: 10/28/2021
  • Investigation End Date: 11/22/2021
  • Case Resolution Date:11/22/2021
  • Resolution Type: Resolution Agreement
  • Charges: (5) Harm to Others, (10) Hazing, (14) Fire Safety, (18) Alcohol-Related Conduct, (19) Alcohol-Related Conduct Prohibited by Law, (20) Providing Alcohol to an Underage Person, (25) x2 Violation of Interim Administrative Actions, Disciplinary Sanctions
  • Sanctions:
    • On 11/22/2021 UTK and Alpha Tau Omega National Headquarters (NHQ) collaboratively made the decision to suspend the Pi Chapter of Alpha Tau Omega. The Division of Student Life and Alpha Tau Omega NHQ have entered into a MOU to support the suspension and lay out a path for a successful return. The earliest date the Chapter is eligible to return to UTK is Fall 2026.
  • Sanction Status: Incomplete; suspension by University and Inter/National Organization

  • Incident Date: Fall 2021
  • Incident Location: Off-Campus
  • Reported by: Anonymous
  • Investigation Start Date: 11/19/2021
  • Investigation End Date: 3/3/2022
  • Case Resolution Date:3/10/2022
  • Resolution Type: Resolution Agreement
  • Charges: (5) Harm to Others, (10) Hazing, (19) Alcohol-Related Conduct Prohibited by Law, (20) Providing Alcohol to an Underage Person
  • Sanctions:
    • On 3/10/2022 the Mu Rho Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. accepted the University of Tennessee’s recommendation to suspend the chapter. The Division of Student Life and Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., International Headquarters (HQ) will enter into a MOU to support the suspension and lay out a path for a successful return. The earliest date the Chapter is eligible to return is spring 2027.
  • Sanction Status: Incomplete, Suspension

Additional conduct history for fraternities and sororities affiliated with the Office of Sorority and Fraternity Life (OSFL) may be found at: https://studentlife.utk.edu/gogreek/chapter-conduct/. OSFL shares all findings of responsibility of the Student Code of Conduct for any of their organizations on this website.

Last updated August 12, 2025