A University of Arizona fraternity has been suspended following an investigation into allegations that new members were subjected to forced consumption of live goldfish and excessive alcohol as part of an initiation ritual. The Sigma Tau Gamma chapter received notice in September that it faced multiple violations of student conduct policies, including accusations of endangering or physically harming participants. The case adds to a growing list of high-profile controversies involving fraternities across the U.S. over hazing and dangerous initiation practices. University officials have confirmed the investigation but have not yet disclosed further details on the findings or next steps.
Case of alleged hazing at the University of Arizona is latest in series of controversial incidents involving US fraternities A college fraternity at the University of Arizona has been suspended after new members were allegedly plied with alcohol and forced to swallow live goldfish.College officials informed the university’s Sigma Tau Gamma chapter by letter earlier in September that it was under investigation for multiple alleged violations of the student code of conduct, including “endangering, threatening, or causing physical harm” to members of the campus community. Continue reading...
