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West Virginia University and Phi Kappa Psi throw the book at local chapter after pledge is hurt

December 22, 2013 By Hank Nuwer Leave a Comment

Moderator: Back in mid-November, a pledge was hospitalized for a concussion and lacerations needing stitching. Police charged Andrew Nemes with battery and hazing. That case has not yet come to trial.

Here is the link to the Huffington Post

In addition to police proceedings, Phi Kappa Psi will shut its doors on Jan. 1 to begin a five semester suspension. It will then be put on inactive status. It could be five years before the fraternity is allowed back on campus.

Vice President of Student Affairs Ken Gray said in a news release, “we need to make clear that hazing will not be tolerated and if the members can’t exhibit the kind of behavior expected, the chapter will be shut down entirely.”

“Phi Kappa Psi has a zero-tolerance policy when it comes to hazing and holds the safety and well-being of our members as our top priority,” Phi Kappa Psi national Executive Director Shawn Collingsworth. “West Virginia Alpha has jeopardized that by participating in activities that aim to humiliate or harm new members and it will not be tolerated.”

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