VCU expels Delta Chi chapter after student death
Virginia Commonwealth University is expelling a fraternity from campus following a pledgeâs death from alcohol poisoning after a fraternity party.
By: The Associated Press
and last updated 2021-06-03 16:29:25-04
RICHMOND, Va. Virginia Commonwealth University is expelling a fraternity from campus following a pledgeâs death from alcohol poisoning after a fraternity party.
The Richmond Times-Dispatch reports that the universityâs student organization conduct committee found Delta Chi responsible for violating policies on hazing and alcohol. The fraternity can no longer operate as a student organization at VCU.
The expulsion took effect on May 28. The decision comes three months after 19-year-old Adam Oakes of Loudoun County died.
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and last updated 2021-06-03 23:24:59-04
RICHMOND, Va. A committee at Virginia Commonwealth University that oversees student organizations says the permanent ban of an on-campus fraternity was based on multiple reports and allegations.
They determined the Delta Chi chapter was responsible for violating university hazing and alcohol policies. The action comes three months after the February death of 19-year-old Adam Oakes, a pledging freshman.
Virginia Commonwealth University announced the expulsion of a fraternity from campus Thursday following a pledge’s death from alcohol poisoning after a.