2025-2026 Academic Year
Reported Hazing Incidents and Allegations
The following hazing-related reports rose to the level of a credible allegation and prompted a department investigation:
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. – Xi Chapter (February 2025)
A hazing and safety concern was reported by external stakeholders regarding the Xi Chapter.
The Office of Student Life initiated a formal investigation in response to the complaint.
Investigation initiated: February 19, 2025
Investigative actions included student interviews and review of available information.
Outcome: No findings of hazing or policy violations; formal outcome letter issued to the organization.
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. – Beta Chapter (March 2025)
An external hazing complaint was submitted and forwarded to the university regarding the Beta Chapter. In response, Student Life initiated a formal investigation and issued a cease-and-desist directive to the chapter while coordinating with national organizational leadership.
Investigation initiated: March 11, 2025
Investigative actions included student interviews and review of available information.
Outcome:
No findings of hazing or policy violations; formal outcome letter issued to the organization.
Gentlemen of Drew Social Club (October 2025)
A hazing and safety concern was reported directly to the Office of Student Life by a concerned student. The Office of Student Life initiated a formal investigation and issued a cease-and-desist directive to the organization in response to the complaint.
Gentlemen of Drew Social Club
Investigation initiated: October 8, 2025
Investigative actions included student interviews and review of available evidentiary information submitted by reporting students.
Outcome:
Based on the investigation and the application of the Preponderance of the Evidence standard, the Office of Student Life found the Gentlemen of Drew Social Club responsible for engaging in hazing activity in violation of the University’s Hazing Policy and Code of Conduct. Evidence supported that members of The Gentlemen of Drew
Social Club engaged in or facilitated activities involving physical components as part of an unauthorized membership recruitment activity.
Related Conduct and Investigative Activity:
In connection with the above matters, the Office of Student Life conducted follow-up outreach that included:
Scheduling meetings with students regarding potential involvement or knowledge of hazing activity.
Issuing notices to appear before our office to accused parties in relation to allegations of hazing or misconduct.
These actions supported the institution’s fact-finding and case review processes.
Disciplinary Actions / Sanctions:
Based on the investigations conducted during the reporting period:
Gentlemen of Drew Social Club faced the following disciplinary action for conduct in the 2025 calendar year as follows:
Organizational Suspension:
The organization is suspended for a period of one (1) year, effective from
the date of the issued cease and desist letter. During this suspension, the
organization is prohibited from conducting any organizational business,
programs, events, or activities until October 9, 2026.
Mandatory Training and Education:
Upon conclusion of the suspension term, the organization must complete
three (3) training sessions with the Office of Student Life, focused on
university policies and procedures related to membership recruitment and
intake. In addition, members must participate in hazing prevention
workshops as determined by the Office of Student Life.
Risk Management and Insurance Compliance:
The organization must update and submit its Risk Management Plan’s
hazing policy and provide proof of active liability insurance prior to
reinstatement.
Restriction on Membership Intake:
The organization is prohibited from conducting any membership intake
activities until the Spring 2027 semester, and only after all required
training and compliance obligations with the Office of Student Life have
been satisfied.
