To help you make fully informed choices about joining student organizations at USC, we provide a report on organizational conduct violations dating back to 2011. Think about this information as you evaluate the safety and integrity of the organizations you’re considering joining. Make a plan to be an active bystander in an unsafe situation and know what you can do to stop harmful behavior and get help for yourself and your peers. We care about your safety and well-being, and we appreciate your support as we work together, guided by the tenets of the Carolinian Creed, to keep our campus and community safe.
In accordance with the Tucker Hipps Transparency Act, the university publishes this report on actual findings of violations involving alcohol, drugs, sexual assault, physical assault and hazing by organizations formally affiliated with the institution. The report includes the name of the responsible organizations; the dates of the incident, report, charge, investigation and resolution; and a general description of the incident and the subsequent charges, findings and sanctions placed on the organization.
More information
Pursuant to the South Carolina Freedom of Information Act, additional information not protected by the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act is available by contacting the Office of Student Conduct and Academic Integrity at 803-777-4333. USC Student Code of Conduct [pdf].
The University Hazing Policy (STAF 3.05) can be found here.
Notice of Suspended Organizations
Lambda Chi Alpha – Suspended until Fall 2023
Theta Delta Chi – Suspended until Fall 2026
Findings of Violations
This report is not reflective of incidents currently under active investigation. Incidents that have been resolved through a formal process appear on this report after the decision-making phase has concluded.
Incident: 01/17/2024
Reported to the Institution: 01/17/2024
Investigation Initiated: 01/17/2024
Organization Charged: 01/26/2024
Resolved: 01/26/2024
Incident Description: The Chapter failed to complete educational sanctions by the previously agreed-upon deadline.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply - Incomplete Sanctions - Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation until January 24, 2025
- Educational Sanctions
Incident: 09/25/2023
Reported to the Institution: 09/26/2023
Investigation Initiated: 09/26/2023
Organization Charged: 10/06/2023
Resolved: 10/13/2023
Incident Description: Information was provided to university staff alleging hazing concerns. An investigation conducted by the university determined concerns related to inappropriate activities in the new member education experience.
Charges:
- Violent Conduct - Hazing - Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation until October 9, 2026
- Educational sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 09/02/2023
Reported to the Institution: 09/02/2023
Investigation Initiated: 09/06/2023
Organization Charged: 10/10/2023
Resolved: 10/10/2023
Incident Description: Information was provided to university staff alleging a failure by the organization to follow policies related to events.
Charges:
- Alcohol - USC Regulations - Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation until April 8, 2024
- Educational Sanctions
Incident: 09/07/2023
Reported to the Institution: 09/11/2023
Investigation Initiated: 09/13/2023
Organization Charged: 10/06/2023
Resolved: 10/06/2023
Incident Description: Information was provided to University staff alleging a failure to follow event notification procedures.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply - Requests - Resonsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation until March 20, 2025
- Educational Sanctions
Incident: 09/15/2023
Reported to the Institution: 09/15/2023
Investigation Initiated: 09/15/2023
Organization Charged: 09/22/2023
Resolved: 09/22/2023
Incident Description: Information was provided to university staff alleging hazing concerns. An investigation conducted by the university found inappropriate activities in the new member education experience.
Charges:
- Violent Conduct - Hazing - Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation until September 20, 2024.
- Educational sanctions and internal organizational response.
Incident: 08/28/2023
Reported to the Institution: 08/30/2023
Investigation Initiated: 08/31/2023
Organization Charged: 09/14/2023
Resolved: 09/14/2023
Incident Description: Information was provded to University staff alleging a failure to follow event notification procedures.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply - Requests - Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation until July 25, 2024
- Educational Sanctions
Incident: 08/25/2023
Reported to the Institution: 08/26/2023
Investigation Initiated: 08/28/2023
Organization Charged: 09/12/2023
Resolved: 09/12/2023
Incident Description: Information was provided to university staff alleging a failure to follow event notification procedures.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply - Requests - Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation until March 8, 2024
- Educational Sanctions and Internal Organizational Response
Incident: 08/27/2023
Reported to the Institution: 08/28/2023
Investigation Initiated: 08/28/2023
Organization Charged: 09/06/2023
Resolved: 09/06/2023
Incident Description: Information was provided to University staff alleging a failure by the organization to follow directives.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply - Requests - Responsible
Sanctions:
- Written Warning
- Internal Organizational Response
Incident: 04/17/2023
Reported to the Institution: 04/18/2023
Investigation Initiated: 04/18/2023
Organization Charged: 05/11/2023
Resolved: 05/11/2023
Incident Description: Information was provided to university staff alleging an altercation off campus. An investigation conducted by the university determined concerns related to involvement by members of the organization. During the investigation information was shared that interim measures were violated.
Charges:
- Health and Safety Concerns - Threatening Behavior -- Responsible
- Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation until May 11, 2024
- Educational Sanctions and Internal Organizational Response
Incident: 04/17/2023
Reported to the Institution: 04/18/2023
Investigation Initiated: 04/18/2023
Organization Charged: 05/10/2023
Resolved: 05/10/2023
Incident Description: Information was provided to university staff alleging an altercation off campus. An investigation conducted by the university determined concerns related to involvement by members of the organization.
Charges:
- Health and Safety Concerns - Threatening Behavior -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation until May 10, 2024
- Educational Sanctions and Internal Organizational Response
Incident: 02/25/2023
Reported to the Institution: 02/28/2023
Investigation Initiated: 02/28/2023
Organization Charged: 03/28/2023
Resolved: 03/28/2023
Incident Description: Information was provided to university staff alleging to failure to follow event and risk management procedures.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply - Requests – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation until January 21, 2024
- Educational Sanctions and Internal Organizational Response
Incident: 02/25/2023
Reported to the Institution: 02/28/2023
Investigation Initiated: 02/28/2023
Organization Charged: 03/28/2023
Resolved: 03/28/2023
Incident Description: Information was provided to university staff alleging to failure to follow event and risk management procedures.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply - Requests – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation until January 21, 2024
- Educational Sanctions and Internal Organizational Response
Incident: 02/25/2023
Reported to the Institution: 02/28/2023
Investigation Initiated: 02/28/2023
Organization Charged: 03/27/2023
Resolved: 03/27/2023
Incident Description: Information was provided to university staff alleging to failure to follow event and risk management procedures.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply - Requests – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation until January 21, 2024
- Educational Sanctions and Internal Organizational Response
Incident: 09/13/2022
Reported to the Institution: 09/13/2022
Investigation Initiated: 09/13/2022
Organization Charged: 12/9/2022
Resolved: 12/9/2022
Incident Description: Information was provided to university staff alleging hazing concerns. An investigation conducted by the university determined concerns related to inappropriate activities in the new member education experience.
Charges:
- Violent Conduct - Hazing - Responsible
- Alcohol - Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation until September 15, 2026
- Educational Sanctions and Internal Organizational Response
Incident: 09/20/2022
Reported to the Institution: 09/20/2022
Investigation Initiated: 09/20/2022
Organization Charged: 11/4/2022
Resolved: 11/4/2022
Incident Description: Information was provided to university staff alleging hazing concerns. An investigation conducted by the university determined concerns related to inappropriate activities in the new member education experience.
Charges:
- Violent Conduct - Hazing -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- Chapter is Suspended until at least November 4, 2026
Incident: 10/16/2022
Reported to the Institution: 10/18/2022
Investigation Initiated: 10/18/2022
Organization Charged: 10/28/2022
Resolved: 10/28/2022
Incident Description: Information was provided alleging the organization failed to meet the university initiation deadline. It was found that the group had failed to initiate on time and falsely reported to the university they had completed their initiation.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
- Fraudulent Behavior- Misrepresenting the Truth -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation until May 12, 2023
Incident: 10/1/2022
Reported to the Institution: 10/3/2022
Investigation Initiated: 10/3/2022
Organization Charged: 10/26/2022
Resolved: 10/26/2022
Incident Description: Information was provided by university staff alleging a failure by the organization to follow office policies related to events.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation until October 26, 2023
- Educational Sanctions and Internal Organizational Response
Incident: 09/13/2022
Reported to the Institution: 09/13/2022
Investigation Initiated: 09/13/2022
Organization Charged: 10/10/2022
Resolved: 10/10/2022
Incident Description: Information was provided to university staff alleging hazing concerns. An investigation conducted by the university determined concerns related to inappropriate activities in the new member education experience.
Charges:
- Violent Conduct - Hazing -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation until April 10, 2023
- Educational Sanctions and Internal Organizational Response
Incident: 09/13/2022
Reported to the Institution: 09/13/2022
Investigation Initiated: 09/13/2022
Organization Charged: 09/29/2022
Resolved: 09/29/2022
Incident Description: Information was provided to university staff alleging hazing concerns. An investigation conducted by the university determined concerns related to inappropriate activities in the new member education experience.
Charges:
- Violent Conduct - Hazing -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation until March 29, 2023
- Educational Sanctions and Internal Organizational Response
Incident: 08/21/2022
Reported to the Institution: 08/21/2022
Investigation Initiated: 08/21/2022
Organization Charged: 08/25/2022
Resolved: 08/25/2022
Incident Description: Information was provided by university staff alleging a failure by the organization to follow directives.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- Educational Sanctions and Internal Organizational Response
Incident: 4/22/2022
Reported to the Institution: 4/22/2022
Investigation Initiated: 4/22/2022
Organization Charged: 5/09/2022
Resolved: 5/09/2022
Incident Description: Information was provided to the university alleging violation of office policies related to programming.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- Educational sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 3/30/2022
Reported to the Institution: 3/30/2022
Investigation Initiated: 3/30/2022
Organization Charged: 5/04/2022
Resolved: 5/04/2022
Incident Description: Information was provided to the university alleging violation of office policies related to events.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- University Conduct Probation until December 31, 2022
- Educational sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 4/07/2022
Reported to the Institution: 4/07/2022
Investigation Initiated: 4/07/2022
Organization Charged: 5/02/2022
Resolved: 5/02/2022
Incident Description: Information was provided to the university alleging violation of office policies related to events.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- University Conduct Probation until December 31, 2022
- Educational sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 3/30/2022
Reported to the Institution: 3/30/2022
Investigation Initiated: 3/30/2022
Organization Charged: 5/02/2022
Resolved: 5/02/2022
Incident Description: Information was provided to the university alleging violation of office policies related to events.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- University Conduct Probation until December 31, 2022
- Educational sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 02/26/2022
Reported to the Institution: 02/26/2022
Investigation Initiated: 02/26/2022
Organization Charged: 03/25/2022
Resolved: 03/25/2022
Incident Description: Information was provided by university staff alleging a failure by the organization to follow office policies related to events.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
- Alcohol - USC regulations -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- University Conduct Probation until September 1, 2022
- University Alcohol Fine
- Educational sanctions
Incident: 02/26/2022
Reported to the Institution: 02/26/2022
Investigation Initiated: 02/26/2022
Organization Charged: 03/16/2022
Resolved: 03/16/2022
Incident Description: Information was provided by university staff alleging a failure by the organization to follow office policies related to events.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
- Alcohol - USC regulations -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- University Conduct Probation until September 1, 2022
- University Alcohol Fine
- Educational sanctions
Incident: 02/24/2022
Reported to the Institution: 02/24/2022
Investigation Initiated: 02/24/2022
Organization Charged: 03/15/2022
Resolved: 03/15/2022
Incident Description: Information was provided by university staff alleging a failure by the organization to follow office policies related to events.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- University Conduct Probation until August 30, 2022
- Educational sanctions
Incident: 02/23/2022
Reported to the Institution: 02/23/2022
Investigation Initiated: 02/23/2022
Organization Charged: 03/02/2022
Resolved: 03/02/2022
Incident Description: Information was provided by university staff alleging a failure to comply with policies prior to starting new member intake.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- University Conduct Probation until September 1, 2022
- Educational sanctions
Incident: 12/03/2021
Reported to the Institution: 12/4/2021
Investigation Initiated: 12/4/2021
Organization Charged: 1/18/2022
Resolved: 1/18/2022
Incident Description: Information was provided to the university alleging violation of noise ordinance.
Charges:
- Disruptive Activity - Noise -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- Educational sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 11/03/2021
Reported to the Institution: 11/03/2021
Investigation Initiated: 11/03/2021
Organization Charged: 11/22/2021
Resolved: 11/22/2021
Incident Description: Information was provided by university staff alleging hazing concerns. An investigation conducted by the university determined concerns related to inappropriate activities in the new member education experience.
Charges:
- Violent Conduct - Hazing -- Responsible
- Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
- Fraudulent Behavior- Misrepresenting the Truth – Responsible
Sanctions:
- University Conduct Probation until November 18, 2022
- Education sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 10/27/2021
Reported to the Institution: 10/27/2021
Investigation Initiated: 10/27/2021
Organization Charged: 11/18/2021
Resolved: 11/18/2021
Incident Description: Information was provided through alleging hazing concerns. An investigation conducted by the university determined concerns related to personal servitude, and inappropriate activities in the new member education experience.
Charges:
- Violent Conduct - Hazing -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- University Conduct Probation until May 17, 2022
- Education sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 09/10/2021
Reported to the Institution: 09/14/2021
Investigation Initiated: 09/14/2021
Organization Charged: 09/22/2021
Resolved: 09/22/2021
Incident Description: Information was provided regarding an event that violated local noise ordinance
Charges:
- Alcohol - Paraphernalia -- Responsible
- Disruptive Activity - Noise – Responsible
Sanctions:
- University Alcohol Fine
- Educational sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 09/10/2021
Reported to the Institution: 09/10/2021
Investigation Initiated: 09/10/2021
Organization Charged: 09/20/2021
Resolved: 09/20/2021
Incident Description: Information was provided regarding an event that violated local noise ordinance
Charges:
- Alcohol - Paraphernalia -- Responsible
- Disruptive Activity - Noise -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- University Alcohol Fine
- Educational sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 09/05/2021
Reported to the Institution: 09/05/2021
Investigation Initiated: 09/06/2021
Organization Charged: 09/17/2021
Resolved: 09/17/2021
Incident Description: Information was provided regarding a violation of the university open container policy
Charges:
- Alcohol - Open container -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- University Alcohol Fine
- Educational sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 04/17/2021
Reported to the Institution: 04/20/2021
Investigation Initiated: 04/20/2021
Organization Charged: 05/05/2021
Resolved: 05/05/2021
Incident Description: Information was provided regarding an event hosted by the chapter that failed to follow university public health directive and the use of common funds to purchase alcohol.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
- Alcohol - USC regulations -- Responsible
- Alcohol - Common sources – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation until December 31, 2021
- University Alcohol Fine
- Educational sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 04/10/2021
Reported to the Institution: 04/15/2021
Investigation Initiated: 04/15/2021
Organization Charged: 05/04/2021
Resolved: 05/04/2021
Incident Description: Information was provided regarding an event hosted by the chapter that failed to follow university public health directive.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation until November 3, 2021
- Educational sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 04/08/2021
Reported to the Institution: 04/08/2021
Investigation Initiated: 04/08/2021
Organization Charged: 04/22/2021
Resolved: 04/22/2021
Incident Description: Information was provided regarding the use of common funds in the purchase of alcohol.
Charges:
- Alcohol - USC regulations -- Responsible
- Alcohol - Common sources -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation until October 22, 2021
- University Alcohol Fine
- Educational sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 03/08/2021
Reported to the Institution: 03/08/2021
Investigation Initiated: 03/08/2021
Organization Charged: 04/06/2021
Resolved: 04/06/2021
Incident Description: Information was provided alleging the organization failed to meet university initiation deadline.
Charges:
Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
Sanctions:
Conduct Probation until December 31, 2021
Incident: 02/23/2021
Reported to the Institution: 02/23/2021
Investigation Initiated: 02/23/2021
Organization Charged: 03/19/2021
Resolved: 03/19/2021
Incident Description: Information was provided regarding an event hosted by chapter members that failed
to follow university event notification process.
Charges:
1. Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
Sanctions:
1. Conduct Probation until May 14, 2021
Incident: 02/13/2021
Reported to the Institution: 02/14/2021
Investigation Initiated: 02/15/2021
Organization Charged: 03/05/2021
Resolved: 03/05/2021
Incident Description: Information was provided regarding attempted retaliation by members of the organization against another community member.
Charges:
1. Retaliation -- Responsible
Sanctions:
1. Conduct Probation until September 2, 2021
Incident: 02/20/2021
Reported to the Institution: 02/20/2021
Investigation Initiated: 02/20/2021
Organization Charged: 03/03/2021
Resolved: 03/03/2021
Incident Description: Information was provided showing alcohol paraphernalia in the chapter facility.
Charges:
- Alcohol - Possession/Consumption -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation until May 14, 2021
- University Alcohol Fine
- Internal Organizational Response
Incident: 02/06/2021
Reported to the Institution: 02/07/2021
Investigation Initiated: 02/08/2021
Organization Charged: 02/17/2021
Resolved: 02/17/2021
Incident Description: Information was provided regarding an event hosted by the chapter that failed to follow university public health directive.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation until August 17, 2021
Incident: 11/20/2020
Reported to the Institution: 11/23/2020
Investigation Initiated: 11/23/2020
Organization Charged: 12/17/2020
Resolved: 1/19/2021
Incident Description: Information was provided regarding an event hosted by the chapter that failed to follow university
public health directive.
Charges:
1. Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
Sanctions:
1. Conduct Probation until May 14, 2021
2. Social Suspension until March 31,2021
3. Educational sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 11/13/2020
Reported to the Institution: 11/13/2020
Investigation Initiated: 11/13/2020
Organization Charged: 12/18/2020
Resolved: 12/18/2020
Incident Description: Information was provided regarding an event hosted by the chapter that failed to
follow university public health directive.
Charges:
1. Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
2. Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
3. Shared Responsibility for Violations - Acting in Concert – Responsible
Sanctions:
1. Deferred Suspension Until December 31, 2021
2. Conduct Probation until December 31, 2021
3. Social Suspension until September 30,2021
4. Internal Organizational and Educational Response
Incident: 11/12/2020
Reported to the Institution: 11/16/2020
Investigation Initiated: 11/16/2020
Organization Charged: 12/15/2020
Resolved: 12/15/2020
Incident Description: Information was provided regarding an event hosted by the chapter that failed to
follow university public health directive.
Charges:
1. Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
Sanctions:
1. Conduct Probation until May 14, 2021
2. Social Suspension until March 31,2021
3. Educational sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 11/18/2020
Reported to the Institution: 11/20/2020
Investigation Initiated: 11/20/2020
Organization Charged: 12/14/2020
Resolved: 12/14/2020
Incident Description: Information was provided regarding an event hosted by chapter members that failed
to follow university event notification process.
Charges:
1. Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
Sanctions:
1. Conduct Probation until May 14, 2021
Incident: 11/13/2020
Reported to the Institution: 11/16/2020
Investigation Initiated: 11/16/2020
Organization Charged: 12/09/2020
Resolved: 12/09/2020
Incident Description: Information was provided regarding an event hosted by chapter members that failed
to follow university event notification process.
Charges:
1. Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
Sanctions:
1. Conduct Probation until May 14, 2021
Incident: 11/1/2020
Reported to the Institution: 11/4/2020
Investigation Initiated: 11/4/2020
Organization Charged: 11/12/2020
Resolved: 11/12/2020
Incident Description: Information was provided alleging the organization failed to meet university initiation
deadline. An investigation conducted by the office of fraternity and sorority life
found the group had indeed failed to initiate on time and also falsely reported to
the university they had completed their initiation.
Charges:
1. Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
Sanctions:
1. Conduct Probation until May 14, 2021
Incident: 10/17/2020
Reported to the Institution: 10/19/2020
Investigation Initiated: 10/19/2020
Organization Charged: 10/30/2020
Resolved: 10/20/2020
Incident Description: Information was provided regarding an event with chapter property present that failed to follow university public health directive.
Charges:
1. Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
2. Shared Responsibility for Violations - Acting in Concert -- Responsible
Sanctions:
1. Conduct Probation until May 14, 2021
3. Educational sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 10/3/2020
Reported to the Institution: 10/3/2020
Investigation Initiated: 10/3/2020
Organization Charged: 10/12/2020
Resolved: 10/12/2020
Incident Description: Information was provided regarding an event hosted by the chapter that failed to
follow university public health directive.
Charges:
1. Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
Sanctions:
1. Conduct Probation until May 14, 2021
2. Social Suspension until January 31,2021
3. Educational sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 09/11/2020
Reported to the Institution: 09/11/2020
Investigation Initiated: 09/11/2020
Organization Charged: 10/2/2020
Resolved: 10/2/2020
Incident Description: Information was provided regarding an event hosted by the chapter that failed to
follow university public health directive.
Charges:
1. Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
Sanctions:
1. Conduct Probation until May 14, 2021
2. Social Suspension until January 31,2021
3. Educational sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 08/29/2020
Reported to the Institution: 08/29/2020
Investigation Initiated: 08/29/2020
Organization Charged: 09/18/2020
Resolved: 09/18/2020
Incident Description: Information was provided regarding an event involving chapter members that failed
to follow university public health directive.
Charges:
1. Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
Sanctions:
1. Conduct Probation until May 14, 2021
2. Social Suspension until January 31,2021
3. Educational sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 08/26/2020
Reported to the Institution: 08/26/2020
Investigation Initiated: 08/26/2020
Organization Charged: 09/17/2020
Resolved: 09/17/2020
Incident Description: Information was provided regarding an event involving chapter members that failed to follow university public health directive.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation until May 14, 2021
- Social Suspension until January 31,2021
- Educational sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 08/24/2020
Reported to the Institution: 08/24/2020
Investigation Initiated: 08/24/2020
Organization Charged: 09/17/2020
Resolved: 09/17/2020
Incident Description: Information was provided regarding an event involving chapter members that failed to follow university public health directive.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation until May 14, 2021
- Social Suspension until January 31,2021
- Educational sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 08/24/2020
Reported to the Institution: 08/24/2020
Investigation Initiated: 08/24/2020
Organization Charged: 09/16/2020
Resolved: 09/16/2020
Incident Description: Information was provided regarding an event involving chapter members failed to follow university public health directive.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation until May 14, 2021
- Social Suspension until January 31,2021
- Educational sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 08/23/2020
Reported to the Institution: 08/23/2020
Investigation Initiated: 08/23/2020
Organization Charged: 09/16/2020
Resolved: 09/16/2020
Incident Description: Information was provided showing alcohol paraphernalia in the chapter facility.
Charges:
- Alcohol - Possession/Consumption -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- University Alcohol Fine
- Conduct Probation until December 31, 2020
- Educational Sanctions
Incident: 08/21/2020
Reported to the Institution: 08/21/2020
Investigation Initiated: 08/21/2020
Organization Charged: 09/10/2020
Resolved: 09/10/2020
Incident Description: Information was provided regarding a chapter event where access to common source alcohol was provided to guests present and a failure to follow university Public health directive
Charges:
- Alcohol - Possession/Consumption -- Responsible
- Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- University Alcohol Fine
- Conduct Probation until May 14, 2021
- Social Suspension Until January 31, 2021
Incident: 08/23/2020
Reported to the Institution: 08/23/2020
Investigation Initiated: 08/23/2020
Organization Charged: 09/09/2020
Resolved: 09/09/2020
Incident Description: Information was provided regarding a chapter event where access to common source alcohol was provided to guests present and a failure to follow university public health directive
Charges:
- Alcohol - Possession/Consumption -- Responsible
- Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- University Alcohol Fine
- Conduct Probation until December 31, 2020
- Education sanctions and internal organizational response
Reported to the Institution: 03/02/20
Investigation Initiated: 03/02/20
Organization Charged: 03/16/20
Resolved: 03/16/20
Incident Description: Information was provided showing alcohol paraphernalia in the chapter facility.
Charges:
- Alcohol – Paraphernalia -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation March 16, 2020- May 16, 2020
Alcohol Fine - Educational sanctions
Reported to the Institution: 02/13/20
Investigation Initiated: 02/19/20
Organization Charged: 03/03/20
Resolved: 03/03/20
Incident Description: Ducks Unlimited student organization advertised an event with alcohol which is a violation of the university alcohol policy. They also used the USC name which violates STAF 3.10 and advertised as a 501c3 which is not allowed as a student organization.
Charges:
- Misuse of Identification or University Resources - Rules not Specially Included in
Code of Conduct
Responsible - Misuse of Identification or University Resources: Violation of University Policy
Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation March 3, 2020- December 31, 2020
Educational sanctions
Incident: 02/15/20
Reported to the Institution: 02/17/20
Investigation Initiated: 02/17/20
Organization Charged: 02/27/20
Resolved: 02/27/20
Incident Description: Information was provided regarding a chapter event where access to common source alcohol was provided to guests present.
Charges:
- Alcohol - Common sources -- Responsible
- Damage to Property- Damage or Destruction -- Responsible
- Alcohol - USC regulations -- Responsible
- Theft and Burglary- Possession of Others Property -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation February 27, 2020- February 27, 2021
- Alcohol Fine
- Educational sanctions
Incident: 11/16/2019
Reported to the Institution: 11/18/2019
Investigation Initiated: 11/20/2019
Organization Charged: 12/11/2019
Resolved: 12/11/2019
Incident Description: The Mock Trial Team failed to comply with university policies after they hosted an event and did not maintain the facility.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply- Official Requests
Sanctions:
- Conduct probation December 11, 2019 to May 20, 2020
- Educational sanctions
Incident: 09/21/2019
Reported to the Institution: 09/23/2019
Investigation Initiated: 09/25/2019
Organization Charged: 09/30/2019
Resolved: 09/30/2019
Incident Description: Information was provided concerning violations of the university alcohol policy at an off-campus venue.
Charges:
- Alcohol- USC regulations- Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct probation until December 31, 2019
- Educational meeting to review university policies
Incident: 10/31/2019
Reported to the Institution: 11/01/2019
Investigation Initiated: 11/01/2019
Organization Charged: 11/14/201
Resolved: 11/14/2019
Incident Description: University was notified of an off campus party and further investigation led to information about underage consumption of alcohol at an organization event, physical altercations, and additional risk management issues.
Charges:
- Alcohol - USC regulations -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- University Alcohol Fine
- Conduct Probation until May 15, 2020
- Educational sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 10/14/19
Reported to Institution: 10/15/19
Investigation Initiated: 10/15/19
Resolved: 11/10/2019
Incident Description: An initial incident was reported regarding an alleged physical assault. Upon further investigation more evidence was found detailing organizational violations of the Student Code of Conduct.
Charges:
- Violent Conduct – Hazing Responsible
- Shared Responsibility for Violations - Acting in Concert Responsible
Note: Chapter was suspended by the National Organization on 11/10/2019 with the suspension lasting until at least August 2023.
Incident: 10/25/2019
Reported to the Institution: 10/25/2019
Investigation Initiated: 10/25/2019
Organization Charged: 11/07/2019
Resolved: 11/07/2019
Incident Description: University was notified of an off campus alcohol transport and further investigation led to information of underage purchase and consumption of alcohol at an organization event.
Charges:
- Alcohol - USC regulations -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- University Alcohol Fine
- Conduct Probation until May 8, 2020
- Educational sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident reported: 9/27/19
Investigation: 10/2/19
Charges: 10/17/19
Resolved: 10/17/19
Incident Description: Information was provided through an anonymous source alleging hazing concerns. An investigation conducted by the university determined concerns related to personal servitude, and inappropriate activities in the new member education experience.
Charges:
- Violent Conduct- Hazing: Responsible
Sanctions:
- University Conduct Probation until October 31, 2020
- Education sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 9/12/2019
Reported to the Institution: 9/13/2019
Investigation Initiated: 9/13/2019
Organization Charged: 10/9/2019
Resolved: 10/9/2019
Incident Description: Information was provided from university staff alleging hazing concerns. An investigation conducted by the university determined concerns related to personal servitude, calisthenics, and inappropriate activities in the new member education experience.
Charges:
- Violent Conduct- Hazing – Responsible
- Alcohol- Distribution- Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct probation until October 9, 2021
- University Alcohol fine
- PLAID program
- Educational sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 9/17/2019
Reported to Institution: 9/17/2019
Investigation Initiated: 9/19/2019
Organization Charged: 10/4/2019
Resolved: 10/4/2019
Incident Description: Information was provided through an anonymous source alleging hazing concerns. An investigation conducted by the university determined concerns related to personal servitude, and inappropriate activities in the new member education experience.
Charges:
- Violent Conduct- Hazing
Sanctions:
- University Conduct Probation until May 11, 2020
- Education sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 9/2/2019
Reported to the Institution: 9/02/2019
Investigation Initiated: 9/02/2019
Organization Charged: 9/26/2019
Resolved: 9/26/2019
Incident Description: Organization failed to meet deadlines of assigned sanctions from Spring of 2019
Charges:
- Failure to Comply – Incomplete Sanctions -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- Educational sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: Spring 2018
Reported to the Institution: 09/09/2019
Investigation Initiated: 09/09/2019
Organization Charged: 09/25/2019
Resolved: 09/25/2019
Incident Description: Information was provided of hazing concerns from previous academic years.
Charges:
- Violent Conduct - Hazing -- Responsible
- Failure to Comply - Requests -- Responsible
- Alcohol - Distribution -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- University Conduct Probation September 25, 2019- May 15, 2020
- University Alcohol Fine
- Additional education sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 08/31/2019
Reported to the Institution: 09/04/2019
Investigation Initiated: 09/04/2019
Organization Charged: 09/18/2019
Resolved: 09/18/2019
Incident Description: Information was provided concerning violations of the university alcohol policy at
an off-campus venue.
Charges:
- Alcohol – Distribution – Responsible
- Alcohol- USC regulations- Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation 9/18/19- 03/18/20
- Alcohol Fine
- Educational Sanctions and Internal Chapter Response
Incident: 09/2/2019
Reported to the Institution: 09/04/2019
Investigation Initiated: 09/04/2019
Organization Charged: 09/11/2019
Resolved: 09/11/2019
Incident Description: Information was provided concerning potential violations of the university disruptive
activity policy due to a large loud gathering.
Charges:
- Disruptive Activity- Noise – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Educational Sanctions and internal chapter response
Incident: 08/29/2019
Reported to the Institution: 08/30/2019
Investigation Initiated: 08/30/2019
Organization Charged: 09/10/2019
Resolved: 09/10/2019
Incident Description: Information was provided regarding an chapter event where access to common source alcohol was provided to guests present.
Charges:
- Alcohol - Common sources -- Responsible
- Alcohol - USC regulations -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation Until March 10th, 2019
- University Alcohol Fine
- Education sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 08/25/2019
Reported to the Institution: 08/26/2019
Investigation Initiated: 08/26/2019
Organization Charged: 09/23/2019
Resolved: 09/23/2019
Incident Description: Information was provided concerning potential violations of the university alcohol
policy.
Charges:
- Alcohol – Possession/ Consumption -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- University Alcohol Fine
- Additional education sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 08/26/2019
Reported to the Institution: 08/26/2019
Investigation Initiated: 08/26/2019
Organization Charged: 09/06/2019
Resolved: 09/06/2019
Incident Description: Information was provided by law enforcement regarding excessive noise at an off campus residence involving chapter members.
Charges:
- Disruptive Activity - Noise -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- Education sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 08/26/2019
Reported to the Institution: 08/26/2019
Investigation Initiated: 08/26/2019
Organization Charged: 09/04/2019
Resolved: 09/04/2019
Incident Description: Information was provided by law enforcement regarding an alleged disruptive off campus event involving chapter members and the use of chapter property.
Charges:
Shared Responsibility for Violations - Condoning/Encouraging/Collusion -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- Education sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 08/22/2019
Reported to the Institution: 08/22/2019
Investigation Initiated: 08/22/2019
Organization Charged: 09/04/2019
Resolved: 09/04/2019
Incident Description: Information was provided concerning potential violations of the university alcohol policy at the on-campus chapter facility.
Charges:
- Alcohol – Paraphernalia -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- University Alcohol Fine
- Additional education sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 3/30/19
Reported to the Institution: 4/1/19
Investigation Initiated: 4/2/2019
Organization Charged: 4/8/2019
Resolved: 4/8/2019
Incident Description: Information was provided concerning violations of the university alcohol policy at an off-campus venue.
Charges:
- Failure to comply – Published Policies – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Educational meeting to review university policies
Incident: 9/26/18
Reported to the Institution: 10/4/18
Investigation Initiated: 10/4/2018
Organization Charged: 10/16/2018
Resolved: 10/16/2018
Incident Description: Information was provided concerning violations of the university alcohol policy related to co-sponsorship.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply- Published Policies
Sanctions:
- Conduct probation until May 10, 2019
- Educational meeting to review university policies
Incident: 05/16/2019
Reported to the Institution: 05/16/2019
Investigation Initiated: 05/16/2019
Organization Charged: 05/23/2019
Resolved: 05/23/2019
Incident Description: During a facility walk through the Office of Fire Safety found several policy violations in the facility.
Charges:
- Alcohol - Paraphernalia -- Responsible
- Abusive Conduct- Damage to Property -- Responsible
- Fire and General Safety - Starting a Fire/Creating Fire Hazard -- Responsible
- Dishonesty and Theft - Theft and Misappropriation -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation extended to May 23, 2020.
- Alcohol Fine
- Additional education sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 05/08/2019
Reported to the Institution: 05/08/2019
Investigation Initiated: 05/08/2019
Organization Charged: 05/16/2019
Resolved: 05/16/2019
Incident Description: Information was provided showing alcohol paraphernalia in the chapter facility.
Charges:
- Alcohol - Possession/Consumption – Responsible
Sanctions:
- University Alcohol Fine
Incident: 04/26/2019
Reported to the Institution: 04/26/2019
Investigation Initiated: 04/26/2019
Organization Charged: 05/08/2019
Resolved: 05/08/2019
Incident Description: Information was provided showing property damage and alcohol paraphernalia in the chapter facility.
Charges:
- Alcohol - Possession/Consumption -- Responsible
- Abusive Conduct- Damage to Property -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- University Alcohol Fine
Incident: 04/05/2019
Reported to the Institution: 04/05/2019
Investigation Initiated: 04/05/2019
Organization Charged: 04/30/2019
Resolved: 04/30/2019
Incident Description: Information was provided through an anonymous source alleging hazing in past semesters as well as the current one. A university investigation was able to confirm concerns related to inappropriate activities in the new member education experience.
Charges:
- Abusive Conduct – Hazing – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation extended until December 31, 2019.
- Additional education sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 03/10/2019
Reported to the Institution: 03/13/2019
Investigation Initiated: 03/13/2019
Organization Charged: 04/06/2019
Resolved: 04/06/2019
Incident Description: Information was provided through an anonymous source alleging the organization failed to meet university initiation deadline. An investigation conducted by the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life found the group had indeed failed to initiate on time.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply - Published Policies -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation beginning April 6, 2019 and continuing through October 21, 2019.
- Additional education sanctions and internal organizational response.
Incident: 03/10/2019
Reported to the Institution: 03/13/2019
Investigation Initiated: 03/13/2019
Organization Charged: 03/29/2019
Resolved: 03/29/2019
Incident Description: Information was provided through an anonymous source alleging the organization failed to meet university initiation deadline. An investigation conducted by the office of fraternity and sorority life found the group had indeed failed to initiate on time and also falsely reported to the university they had completed their initiation.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply - Published Policies -- Responsible
- Dishonesty and Theft - Misrepresenting the Truth -- Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation beginning March 29, 2019 and continuing through October 21, 2019.
- Additional education sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 2/3/19
Reported to Institution: 2/4/19
Investigation Initiated: 2/4/19
Organization Charged: 2/22/19
Resolved: 2/22/19
Incident Description: Information was provided through an anonymous source alleging hazing concerns. An investigation conducted by the university determined concerns related to alcohol being present at new member retreat.
Charges:
- Alcohol – Possession/Consumption – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Alcohol fine
- Additional education sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 10/2/2018
Reported to the Institution: 10/2/2018
Investigation Initiated: 10/2/2018
Organization Charged: 10/17/2018
Resolved: 11/7/2018
Incident Description: Information was provided through an anonymous source alleging hazing concerns. An investigation conducted by the university determined violations related to rapid alcohol consumption, distribution of alcohol, and inappropriate activities for new members.
Charges:
- Abusive Conduct - Hazing- Responsible
- Alcohol- Distribution - Responsible
- Shared Responsibility - Acting in Concert- Responsible
Sanctions:
- Suspension until November 7, 2022
Incident: 10/11/2018
Reported to the Institution: 10/12/2018
Investigation Initiated: 10/12/2018
Organization Charged: 10/26/2018
Resolved: 10/26/2018
Incident Description: Information was provided through an anonymous source alleging hazing concerns. An investigation conducted by a third party investigator hired by the national headquarters determined concerns related to personal servitude in the new member education experience.
Charges:
- Abusive Conduct – Hazing – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation until December 31, 2018
- Completion of Educational Sanctions issued by National Headquarters
Incident: 9/28/2018
Reported to the Institution: 9/28/2018
Investigation Initiated: 9/28/2018
Organization Charged: 10/16/2018
Resolved: 10/16/2018
Incident Description: Information was provided through an anonymous source alleging hazing concerns. An investigation conducted by the university determined concerns related to personal servitude and inappropriate activities in the new member education experience.
Charges:
- Abusive Conduct – Hazing – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct probation until April 16, 2019
- Additional education sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 9/24/2018
Reported to the Institution: 9/24/2018
Investigation Initiated: 9/24/2018
Organization Charged: 10/17/2018
Resolved: 10/17/2018
Incident Description: The team forced new members to participate in public embarrassing acts and failed to follow university policies related to co-sponsorship.
Charges:
- Abusive Conduct – Hazing- Responsible
- Failure to Comply - Published Policies-Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct probation until May 10, 2019
- Additional education sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 9/11/2018 & 9/25/2018
Reported to the Institution: 9/12/2018 & 9/26/2018
Investigation Initiated: 9/12/2018
Organization Charged: 10/26/2018
Resolved: 10/26/2018
Incident Description: Initial information was provided alleging a physical assault between university students near the on campus chapter facility. On a separate day Information was provided regarding hazing allegations related to alcohol and personal servitude for the organization. An investigation conducted by the university determined concerns related to personal servitude, physical activity, and inappropriate activities.
Charges:
- Abusive Conduct– Fighting or Physical Harm -- Responsible
- Abusive Conduct – Hazing – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct probation until May 20, 2020
- Additional education sanctions and internal organizational response
- Membership review of the chapter conducted by the national office
Incident: 5/9/2018
Reported to Institution: 5/15/2018
Investigation Initiated: 5/15/2018
Organization Charged: 5/31/2018
Resolved: 5/31/2018
Incident Description: Information was provided that members of the organization were consuming alcohol at an off-campus social event.
Charges:
- Alcohol - Laws/USC Regulations – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Alcohol fine
- Education sanction
Incident: 5/4/2018
Reported to Institution: 5/5/2018
Investigation Initiated: 5/5/2018
Organization Charged: 5/9/2018
Resolved: 5/9/2018
Incident Description: Information was provided that members of the organization were consuming alcohol at an off-campus social event.
Charges:
- Alcohol - Laws/USC Regulations – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Alcohol fine
- Education sanction
Incident: 04/17/18
Reported to Institution: 04/17/18
Investigation Initiated: 04/18/18
Organization Charged: 5/7/18
Resolved: 5/7/18
Incident Description: A call was reported stating that post-induction hazing activities may be occurring within the chapter. An investigation conducted by the university determined concerns related to personal servitude, physical activity, and inappropriate activities.
Charges:
- Hazing — Responsible
Sanctions:
- Additional sanctions from the National Organization staff.
- Educational sanctions and programming stipulations.
- Conduct Probation beginning May 7, 2018 and continuing through November 16, 2018.
Incident: 4/28/2018
Reported to Institution: 4/28/2018
Investigation Initiated: 4/28/2018
Organization Charged: 5/7/2018
Resolved: 5/8/2018
Incident Description: Information was provided regarding a violation of university policy where members were engaging in inappropriate activities. An investigation conducted by the university determined that members of the organization were consuming alcohol at an off-campus social event with concerns related to forced alcohol consumption.
Charges:
- Alcohol – Possession/Consumption – Responsible
- Alcohol – Distribution – Responsible
- Abusive Conduct – Hazing – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation through December 31, 2018
- Alcohol fine
- Adoption of the chapter internal response plan and national organization education sanctions
- Additional education sanctions provided for individual members
Incident: 3/17/18
Reported to Institution: 3/22/18
Investigation Initiated: 3/22/18
Organization Charged: 4/11/18
Resolved: 4/11/18
Incident Description: Information was provided that the chapter failed to comply with the previous sanctions and co-hosted an event where common source alcohol was provided by the membership. Additional information was also provided that the chapter planned to continue chapter operations that violated the initial sanctions outcome.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply – Published Policies – Responsible
- Failure to Comply – Incomplete Sanctions – Responsible
- Failure to Comply – Requests – Responsible
- Alcohol – Common Containers – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Suspension effective April 11, 2018 until January 3, 2022
Incident: 2/3/18
Reported to Institution: 2/3/18
Investigation Initiated: 2/3/18
Organization Charged: 3/2/18
Resolved: 3/2/18
Incident Description: Information was provided through an anonymous source alleging hazing concerns. An investigation conducted by the university determined concerns related to personal servitude, calisthenics, alcohol, verbal harassment, and inappropriate activities in the new member education experience.
Charges:
- Abusive Conduct – Hazing – Responsible
- Alcohol – Possession/Consumption – Responsible
- Alcohol – Distribution – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Restriction of all chapter activities other than PLAID programming participation for the remainder of the Spring 2018 semester and Fall 2018 semester
- Membership review of the chapter membership conducted by the national office
- Conduct probation till March 2, 2019
- Alcohol fine
Incident: 1/30/18
Reported to Institution: 1/30/18
Investigation Initiated: 1/30/18
Organization Charged: 2/15/18
Resolved: 2/15/18
Incident Description: Information was provided through an anonymous source alleging new member education concerns. An investigation conducted by the university determined that chapter members violated the initial cease and desist of new member operations and that individuals not eligible to join the organization were allowed to start the new member process.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply – Published Policies – Responsible
- Failure to Comply – Published Policies – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Adoption of the chapter internal response plan
- Additional educational sanctions provided by Pi Kappa Alpha national organization
Incident: 10/13/17
Reported to Institution: 10/13/17
Investigation Initiated: 10/13/17
Organization Charged: 10/31/17
Resolved: 11/1/17
Incident Description: Information was provided regarding a violation of university policy during a situation where members were engaging in inappropriate activities as part of an alleged organizational tradition.
Charges:
- Shared Responsibility for Violations – Attempting/Promoting – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct probation till March 25, 2018
- Internal organizational response
Incident: 10/9/17
Reported to Institution: 10/9/17
Investigation Initiated: 10/9/17
Organization Charged: 11/16/17
Resolved: 11/16/17
Incident Description: Information was provided through an anonymous source alleging hazing concerns. An investigation conducted by the university determined concerns related to personal servitude, calisthenics, and inappropriate activities in the new member education experience. Additional information was also determined through the investigation related to chapter tailgate events and a recent incident at the chapter facility that alleged violations of the university alcohol policy.
Charges:
- Abusive Conduct – Hazing – Responsible
- Alcohol – Dry room – Responsible
- Alcohol – Distribution – Responsible
- Shared Responsibility for Violations – Acting in Concert – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Adoption of the internal plan of probation
- Restriction of all chapter activities other than PLAID programming participation
- Membership review of the chapter conducted by the national office
- Conduct probation till January 15, 2019
- Alcohol fine
- Additional education sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 10/9/17
Reported to Institution: 10/9/17
Investigation Initiated: 10/9/17
Organization Charged: 11/1/17
Resolved: 11/1/17
Incident Description: Information was provided through an anonymous source alleging hazing concerns. An investigation conducted by the university determined concerns related to personal servitude and inappropriate activities in the new member education experience. Additional information was also determined through the investigation related to chapter tailgate events and alleged violations of the university alcohol policy.
Charges:
- Abusive Conduct – Hazing – Responsible
- Alcohol – Common containers – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct probation till May 11, 2018
- Alcohol fine
- Additional education sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 10/4/17
Reported to Institution: 10/4/17
Investigation Initiated: 10/4/17
Organization Charged: 10/31/17
Resolved: 10/31/17
Incident Description: Information was provided through an anonymous source alleging hazing concerns. An investigation conducted by the university determined concerns related to personal servitude, calisthenics, and inappropriate activities in the new member education experience.
Charges:
- Abusive Conduct – Hazing – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct probation till March 25, 2018
- Additional education sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 10/7/17
Reported to Institution: 10/9/17
Investigation Initiated: 10/9/17
Organization Charged: 10/31/17
Resolved: 10/31/17
Incident Description: Information was provided by local law enforcement regarding concerns with the chapter’s tailgate event and an alleged violation of the university alcohol policy.
Charges:
- Alcohol – Common containers – Responsible
- Alcohol – Distribution – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct probation till April 30, 2018
- Alcohol fine
- Additional education sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 2/18/17
Reported to Institution: 2/18/17
Investigation Initiated: 2/18/17
Organization Charged: 3/2/17
Resolved: 3/2/17
Incident Description: Information was provided through an anonymous source alleging hazing concerns. An investigation conducted by the university and national organization determined concerns related to personal servitude in the new member education experience.
Charges:
- Abusive Conduct – Hazing – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct probation till September 2, 2017
- Additional education sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 1/27/17
Reported to Institution: 1/27/17
Investigation Initiated: 1/27/17
Organization Charged: 2/23/17
Resolved: 2/23/17
Incident Description: Law enforcement responded to the chapter facility for a pattern of individual drug related incidents.
Charges:
- Drugs – Possession/Consumption – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Drug fine
- Additional education sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 1/21/17
Reported to Institution: 1/21/17
Investigation Initiated: 1/21/17
Organization Charged: 2/21/17
Resolved: 2/21/17
Incident Description: Law enforcement responded, due to noise complaints, to an off-campus location for an unapproved social event.
Charges:
- Alcohol – Possession/Consumption – Responsible
- Disorderly Conduct – Noise – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation until August 21, 2017
- Alcohol fine
- Additional education sanctions and internal organizational response
Incident: 9/14/16
Reported to Institution: 9/14/16
Investigation Initiated: 9/14/16
Organization Charged: 12/8/16
Resolved: 12/8/16
Incident Description: Information provided through various reporting sources of alleged hazing activities involving new members and chapter members. Upon further investigation, involving the National Headquarters, the alleged concerns were confirmed.
Charges:
- Abusive Conduct – Hazing – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation until December 8, 2017
- Additional education sanctions including an organizational plan of action and membership review from the National Headquarters
Incident: 9/29/16
Reported to Institution: 9/29/16
Investigation Initiated: 9/29/16
Organization Charged: 11/1/16
Resolved: 11/1/16
Incident Description: Information was provided that new members were participating in interviews with older members with inappropriate questions that were not in line with the organizations educational practices.
Charges:
- Abusive Conduct – Hazing – Responsible
- Abusive Conduct or Sexual Misconduct – Lewd or Indecent Behavior – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation until May 5, 2017
- Additional education sanctions
Incident: 9/30/16
Reported to Institution: 9/30/16
Investigation Initiated: 9/30/16
Organization Charged: 10/19/16
Resolved: 10/19/16
Incident Description: Chapter leadership failed to complete some of the educational sanctions by the determined deadline.
Charges:
- Failure to Comply – Requests – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Additional education sanctions provided for individual members and hard deadline set for previous sanctions.
Incident: 9/8/16
Reported to Institution: 9/8/16
Investigation Initiated: 9/8/16
Organization Charged: 10/11/16
Resolved: 10/11/16
Incident Description: Upon further investigation of a previously adjudicated incident, information was provided alleging concerns related to coerced alcohol consumption of new members prior to attending an off campus organizational event.
Charges:
- Abusive Conduct – Hazing – Responsible
- Dangerous Behaviors – Dangerous Conditions – Responsible
- Dishonesty and Theft – Misrepresenting the Truth – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct probation until October 11, 2017
- Additional education sanctions and detailed membership plans/agreements
Incident: 9/21/16
Reported to Institution: 9/21/16
Investigation Initiated: 9/21/16
Organization Charged: 10/10/16
Resolved: 10/10/16
Incident Description: Information provided through various sources of alleged hazing activities involving new members and chapter members while the organization was under an interim-suspension. Upon further investigation, involving local law enforcement, an incident occurred where new members were engaged in physical calisthenic exercises at an off campus facility.
Charges:
- Abusive Conduct – Hazing – Responsible
- Failure to Comply – Requests – Responsible
- Dangerous Behaviors – Abuse, Intimidation, or Coercion – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct probation until October 10, 2018
- Additional education sanctions including organizational sanctions and pending membership review from the National Headquarters
Incident: 9/8/16
Reported to Institution: 9/8/16
Investigation Initiated: 9/8/16
Organization Charged: 9/29/16
Resolved: 9/29/16
Incident Description: Chapter held a joint social function off campus with two other organizations that violated the university alcohol policy and resulted in guests being medically transported.
Charges:
- Alcohol – common containers – Responsible
- Alcohol – Laws/USC regulations – Responsible
- Alcohol – possession/consumption – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct probation until May 12, 2017
- Alcohol fine
- Additional education sanctions and organization plan
Incident: 9/8/16
Reported to Institution: 9/8/16
Investigation Initiated: 9/8/16
Organization Charged: 9/29/16
Resolved: 9/29/16
Incident Description: Chapter held a joint social function off campus with two other organizations that violated the university alcohol policy and resulted in guests being medically transported.
Charges:
- Alcohol – common containers – Responsible
- Alcohol – Laws/USC regulations – Responsible
- Alcohol – possession/consumption – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct probation until May 12, 2017
- Alcohol fine
- Additional education sanctions and organization plan
Incident: 9/8/16
Reported to Institution: 9/8/16
Investigation Initiated: 9/8/16
Organization Charged: 9/29/16
Resolved: 9/29/16
Incident Description: Chapter held a joint social function off campus with two other organizations that violated the university alcohol policy and resulted in guests being medically transported.
Charges:
- Alcohol – common containers – Responsible
- Alcohol – Laws/USC regulations – Responsible
- Alcohol – possession/consumption – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct probation until May 12, 2017
- Alcohol fine
- Additional education sanctions including organizational sanctions from the National Headquarters
Incident: 8/23/16
Reported to Institution: 8/25/16
Investigation Initiated: 9/6/16
Organization Charged: 9/27/16
Resolved: 9/27/16
Incident Description: Information was provided that members of the organization were consuming alcohol at an off-campus social event.
Charges:
- Alcohol – Possession/Consumption – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct probation until December 31, 2016
- Alcohol fine
- Additional educational sanctions
Incident: 9/4/16
Reported to Institution: 9/4/16
Investigation Initiated: 9/4/16
Organization Charged: 9/14/16
Resolved: 9/14/16
Incident Description: Information was provided that members and guests of the organization were consuming alcohol in the on campus chapter facility prior to attending an off campus social event.
Charges:
- Alcohol – Possession/Consumption – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct probation until May 12, 2017
- Alcohol fine
- Organizational plan including social suspension for 30 days, onsite headquarters support, standards board/organization structural changes, and mandated educational training for all members of the chapter.
Incident: 8/22/16
Reported to Institution: 8/22/16
Investigation Initiated: 8/22/16
Organization Charged: 8/30/16
Resolved: 8/30/16
Incident Description: Information was provided connected to a medical transport and an off campus party.
Charges:
- Alcohol – distribution – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct probation until Dec. 31, 2016
- Alcohol fine
- Self-imposed organizational/individual educational plan
Incident: 8/22/16
Reported to Institution: 8/22/16
Investigation Initiated: 8/29/16
Organization Charged: 8/29/16
Resolved: 8/29/16
Incident Description: Law enforcement responded to an event at the chapter facility in the Greek Village involving a crowd and an alleged party. Upon further investigation various forms of alcohol were found in the common spaces of the facility.
Charges:
- Alcohol – common containers – Responsible
- Alcohol – possession/consumption – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct probation until Dec. 31, 2016
- Alcohol fine
- Self-imposed organizational/individual educational plan
- Additional education sanctions
Incident: 4/23/16
Reported to Institution: 4/24/16
Investigation Initiated: 4/24/16
Organization Charged: 5/6/16
Resolved: 5/6/16
Incident Description: A report was provided to the institution alleging an off-campus party hosted by the organization that was in violation of university policy regarding alcohol, conduct, and that a fire was started on the premises of the social function.
Charges:
- Alcohol – common containers – Responsible
- Disorderly Conduct – Noise – Responsible
- Fire and General Safety – Starting a Fire/Creating a Fire Hazard – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct probation until Dec. 31, 2016
- Self-imposed educational plan
- Additional education sanctions
Incident: 4/23/16
Reported to Institution: 4/24/16
Investigation Initiated: 4/24/16
Organization Charged: 5/4/16
Resolved: 5/4/16
Incident Description: A report was provided to the institution alleging an off-campus party hosted by the organization that was in violation of university policy regarding alcohol, conduct, and that a fire was started on the premises of the social function.
Charges:
- Alcohol – Laws/USC regulations – Responsible
- Disorderly Conduct – Noise – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Education sanctions
Incident: 3/24/16
Reported to Institution: 3/24/16
Investigation Initiated: 3/24/16
Organization Charged: In conjunction with the university, the National Organization suspended the chapter prior to official USC Code of Conduct charges being presented.
Resolved: 3/29/16
Incident Description: An initial incident was reported regarding an alleged physical assault. Upon further investigation more evidence was found over the semester detailing organizational violations of alcohol, drugs, abusive conduct, harassment & discrimination, and hazing for the organization.
Note: Chapter was indefinitely suspended by the National Organization on 3/29/16 with the suspension lasting until Spring 2019.
Incident: 2/11/16
Reported to Institution: 2/11/16
Investigation Initiated: 2/12/16
Organization Charged: 2/25/16
Resolved: 2/25/16
Incident Description: Information was provided to the university detailing alleged violations of the university hazing policy relative to personal servitude activities.
Charges:
- Abusive Conduct – Hazing – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation until Feb. 25, 2017
- Additional education sanctions
Incident: 1/5/16
Reported to Institution: 1/5/16
Resolved: 1/5/16
Incident Description: Information was provided to the institution regarding the colony violating Alpha Tau Omega organizational expectations relative to new member education, risk management, and other general practices resulting in the national organization taking action.
Note: Colony was closed by the National Organization on January 5, 2016.
Incident: 11/17/15
Reported to Institution: 11/18/15
Investigation Initiated: 11/18/15
Resolved: 12/22/15
Incident Description: An initial incident was reported regarding an alleged hazing event involving abusive conduct and alcohol, as well as failure to comply with published university policies.
Note: Following the incident a memorandum of understanding was created between the organization and institution regarding next steps. This MOU included operation expectations, participation in PLAID, a membership review, and other requirements.
Incident: 9/27/15 & 10/29/15
Reported to Institution: 9/27/15 & 10/29/15
Investigation Initiated: 9/27/15
Organization Charged: 11/4/15
Resolved: 11/4/15
Incident Description: Information was provided regarding personal servitude hazing allegations for the organization. On a separate evening information was provided alleging violations of the university alcohol policy and fire safety policy in the on campus chapter facility.
Charges:
- Alcohol – Possession/Consumption – Responsible
- Fire and General Safety – Smoke Detectors/Safety Equipment – Responsible
- Hazing – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Alcohol fine
- Conduct probation – until May 13, 2016
- Additional educational sanctions
Incident: 9/7/15
Reported to Institution: 9/9/15
Investigation Initiated: 9/9/15
Organization Charged: 9/11/15
Resolved: 10/1/15
Incident Description: Information was provided to the institution alleging that underage alcohol consumption was occurring at an off-campus property.
Charges:
- Alcohol – Possession/Consumption – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct probation – till May 13, 2016
- Additional self-imposed educational sanctions
Incident: 5/8/15
Reported to Institution: 5/27/15
Investigation Initiated: 5/27/15
Organization Charged: 9/24/15
Resolved: 9/24/15
Incident Description: The institution received reports alleging alcohol, drug paraphernalia, and fireworks in the chapter facility.
Charges:
- Alcohol – Possession/Consumption – Responsible
- Abusive Conduct – Damage to Property – Responsible
- Drugs – Paraphernalia – Responsible
- Fire and General Safety – Fireworks/Explosive Materials – Responsible
- Shared Responsibility for Violations – Acting in Concert – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Alcohol fine
- Conduct probation – until April 24, 2016
- Educational sanctions
Incident: 3/18/15
Reported to Institution: 8/20/15
Investigation Initiated: 8/20/15
Organization Charged: 12/3/15
Resolved: 12/3/15
Incident Description: Information provided via law enforcement and from the national office that a new member of the chapter was found deceased in an off campus residence.
Charges:
- Alcohol – Distribution – For Information Only
Sanctions
- Additional educational sanctions
Note: National organization administratively suspended the organization on 3/18/15 and then removed the organization from suspension at the end of the Fall 2015 semester.
Incident: 1/18/15
Reported to Institution: 1/19/15
Investigation Initiated: 1/19/15
Organization Charged: 2/10/15
Resolved: 2/10/15
Incident Description: An incident report was filed showing photos of alcohol and alcohol paraphernalia in the common areas of the chapter facility.
Charges:
- Alcohol – Laws/USC regulations – Responsible
- Alcohol – Dry room – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct probation – February 10, 2015 to May 15, 2015
- Additional educational sanctions
Incident: 10/28/14
Reported to Institution: 10/27/14
Investigation Initiated: 10/28/14
Organization Charged: 1/30/15
Resolved: 1/30/15
Incident Description: Anonymous information was provided via incident report. Upon further investigation it was determined that new members were performing callisthenic exercises, excessive memorization, and personal servitude behaviors at an off-campus residence.
Charges:
- Abusive Conduct – Hazing – Responsible
- Shared Responsibility for Violations – Condoning/Requiring – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct probation – January 30, 2015 to December 31, 2015
- Note: national organization removed approximately 20% of members in fall 2014 as a result of incident
- Compliance and proof to be provided on additional educational sanctions from the National Organization Staff
Incident: 10/20/14
Reported to Institution: 10/20/14
Investigation Initiated: 10/20/14
Organization Charged: 4/29/15
Resolved: 5/6/15
Incident Description: Anonymous information was provided to the institution regarding alleged hazing behaviors for the fraternity and its membership. USCPD and local law enforcement addressed the incident off campus and an investigation was initiated to determine if the alleged hazing behaviors of a physical and mental state were valid. Upon further investigation it was found that the chapter and its membership violated the university hazing policy.
Charges:
- Hazing – Responsible
- Dangerous Behaviors – Responsible
- Alcohol Related Misconduct – Responsible
- Failure to Comply – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Organization suspended until Spring 2016
- Conduct probation, upon return to campus, for a period of 1 year
- Completion of initial educational program requirements upon return from suspension
Note: National organization closed the organization on 11/14/14
Incident: 8/16/14
Reported to Institution: 8/17/14
Investigation Initiated: 8/17/14
Organization Charged: 8/22/14
Resolved: 9/5/14
Incident Description: University incident reports were submitted regarding an alleged off campus chapter recruitment social event resulting in some USC students either being arrested or transported for underage alcohol intoxication.
Charges:
- Dangerous Behaviors – Dangerous Conditions – Responsible
- Alcohol Distribution – Responsible
- Alcohol – Common Container – Responsible
- Share Responsibility for Violations – Condoning/Requiring – Responsible
Sanctions:
- In conjunction with the Greek Conduct Board and National Organization Staff the organization has been closed until Fall 2018.
Incident: 3/21/14
Reported to Institution: 3/27/14
Investigation Initiated: 3/27/14
Organization Charged: 4/23/14
Resolved: 4/23/14
Incident Description: Information was provided alleging disorderly conduct of members of the fraternity at an off-campus social event. Allegations of disorderly conduct included alleged alcohol use, substance use, and disruptive behavior impacting guests in the facility.
Charges:
- Disorderly Conduct – Disturbing the Peace – Responsible
- Alcohol – Open Container – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Indefinite Conduct probation – chapter can apply to be removed from conduct probation on February 27, 2016.
- Additional educational sanctions.
Incident: 2/19/14
Reported to Institution: 2/6/14
Investigation Initiated: 2/6/14
Organization Charged: 4/22/14
Resolved: 4/22/14
Incident Description: Two separate forms of communication were sent to USCPD alleging hazing behaviors of a physical, personal servitude, and sexual nature involving new members of the chapter. USCPD facilitated the formal investigation in conjunction with the national fraternity and Office of Student Conduct.
Charges:
- Abusive Conduct – Hazing – For Information Only
Sanctions:
- Written warning
- Additional educational sanctions
Incident: 2/22/14
Reported to Institution: 2/24/14
Investigation Initiated: 2/24/14
Organization Charged: 3/20/14
Resolved: 3/20/14
Incident Description: Information was provided via incident report detailing disorderly conduct of members of the fraternity at a hotel during an off campus/out of state social event.
Charges:
- Disorderly Conduct – Disturbing the Peace – Responsible
- Alcohol – Open Container – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct probation – 3/20/14 to 12/31/2014.
- Confirmation of Greek Conduct Board sanctions: including social suspension until November 1st, 2014.
- Additional Educational sanctions.
Incident: 2/7/14
Reported to Institution: 2/24/14
Investigation Initiated: 2/24/14
Organization Charged: 3/18/14
Resolved: 3/18/14
Incident Description: Information was provided that an off campus/out of state event held by active and new members of the organization resulted in damage to the cabins rented. Information was also provided by the reporter that the cabins had to be cleaned and that there was allegedly “drug paraphernalia” found in the process.
Charges:
- Abusive Conduct – Damage to Property – Responsible
- Drugs – Paraphernalia – For Information Only (FIO)
Sanctions:
- Additional sanctions from chapter leadership and alumni.
- Conduct probation – 3/18/14 to 12/31/2014.
- Confirmation of Greek Conduct Board sanctions: including social suspension until May 15, 2014.
- Educational sanctions and community service stipulations.
Incident: 1/21/14
Reported to Institution: 1/24/14
Investigation Initiated: 1/24/14
Organization Charged: 3/20/14
Resolved: 3/20/14
Incident Description: An incident report was filed detailing concerns of the Chi Psi new member education program alleging that some new members were “forced to consume alcohol” and were quizzed on fraternity history in a demeaning fashion.
Charges:
- Abusive Conduct – Hazing – For Information Only
Sanctions:
- Affirmed Self-Imposed Educational Sanctions.
Incident: 11/26/13
Reported to Institution: 11/26/13
Investigation Initiated: 11/26/13
Organization Charged: 1/16/14
Resolved: 1/23/14
Incident Description: An email was received regarding hazing allegations against members of the chapter. Photos and descriptions were provided in the communication where new members of the chapter were marching through the campus at night with torches while active members were guiding and allegedly yelling at them.
Charges:
- Hazing — Responsible
- Fire and General Safety – Flammable Materials — Responsible
- Fire and General Safety – Starting a Fire/Creating Fire Hazard — Responsible
- Shared Responsibility for Violations – Condoning/Requiring — Responsible
- Failure to Comply – Published Policies – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Additional sanctions from the National Organization staff.
- Educational sanctions and programming stipulations.
Incident: 9/12/13
Reported to Institution: 9/13/13
Investigation Initiated: 9/13/13
Organization Charged: 10/3/13
Resolved: 10/03/13
Incident Description: An incident report was filed by a university staff member following an issue with several fraternity members and guests consuming alcohol inside or outside the facility in the Greek Village prior to a chapter social event.
Charges:
- Alcohol – Laws/USC Regulations – For Information Only
Sanctions:
- Implementation of university and organizational sanctions.
Incident: 9/20/12
Reported to Institution: 10/5/12
Investigation Initiated: 10/5/12
Organization Charged: 1/29/13
Resolved: 1/29/13
Incident Description: Information was provided via incident report after concerns came forward regarding new member education and alcohol during a social event after a chapter big brother ceremony. A secondary investigation was also conducted by Alpha Epsilon Pi Headquarters.
Charges:
- General Laws – Alcohol – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Additional educational sanctions.
- Written warning.
- Additional sanctions from the National Organization Staff
Incident: 9/28/12 & 10/27/12
Reported to Institution: 12/5/12 & 11/1/12
Organization Charged: 2/27/13
Resolved: 2/27/13
Incident Description: Information was provided regarding a violation of the university hazing policy during a situation where members were attempting to kidnap a member of the organization as part of an organizational tradition on 9/28/2016. The incident on 10/27/12 involved information provided to the institution via incident report regarding an alleged physical assault at a Kappa Alpha fraternity tailgate.
Charges:
- Alcohol – Responsible
- Harm to Persons – Responsible
- Hazing – Responsible
- Failure to Comply – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation – 2/27/13 – 2/27/15 note: national organization removed approximately 75% of members in spring 2013 as a result of incident
- Restriction – Alcohol-free facility until 2/27/15
- Additional educational sanctions
- Additional sanctions from the National Organization Staff
Incident: 09/10/12
Reported to Institution: 10/1/12
Investigation Initiated: 10/1/12
Organization Charged: 10/9/12
Resolved: 12/14/12
Incident Description: The institution received information alleging a party at an off-campus property where underage students were allegedly forced to consume alcohol.
Charges:
- Hazing – Responsible
- General Laws – Alcohol – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation – 12/11/12 – 12/11/14
- Restriction – Alcohol-free facility until December 2013
- Additional educational sanctions
- Additional sanctions from the National Organization Staff
Incident: 02/24/13
Reported to Institution: 3/13/13
Investigation Initiated: 3/13/13
Organization Charged: 3/29/13
Resolved: 03/29/13
Incident Description: The institution received information alleging members being in a vehicle with alcohol.
Charges:
- Alcohol – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Additional educational sanctions.
- Written warning.
Incident: 8/25/12
Reported to Institution: 8/25/12
Investigation Initiated: 9/5/12
Organization Charged: 9/5/12
Resolved: 12/14/12
Incident Description: Institution received information of an intoxicated student vomiting and alleged to have attended a TKE fraternity sponsored event off-campus.
Charges:
- Alcohol – Responsible
Sanctions:
- Conduct Probation – 11/09/12 – 05/10/13
- Alcohol Fine
- Additional educational sanctions