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Campus Hazing Transparency Report

In compliance with federal and state law, California State University, Chico is committed to fostering a safe and respectful campus environment. To support informed decision-making and promote accountability, we publish this report detailing hazing violations and disciplinary actions involving student organizations.

This report includes:

Confirmed violations resolved through the university’s conduct process within the past three years.
Ongoing disciplinary outcomes related to hazing incidents.

Our goal is to provide transparency and empower students to make informed choices when considering membership in student groups.

Sigma Chi Fraternity, Kappa Theta Chapter
Recognition Status of the Organization at the time of the Incident:
Recognized

General Description of the Violation:
1. Influencing member statements during conduct interviews.
2. Alcohol usage during pledge activities.
3. Servitude and coercive behaviors
4. Ice baths involving multiple pledges
5. Unregistered retreat at Lake Shasta, with pledges refusing to return despite directive from chapter president.
Did the violation include the abuse of illegal use of alcohol?
Yes

Did the violation include the abuse of illegal use of drugs?
No

Findings of the Institute:
Found Responsible

Sanctions placed on the Organization:
Chapter placed on a two year probation with University and National Headquarters.

Date of Incident:
September 21, 2025

Date the Investigation Was Started:
September 26, 2025

Date the Investigation Ended:
October 22, 2025

Date of the Organization was Notified of the Violation and Sanctions:
October 22, 2025
Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity, Pi Emerging Chapter
Recognition Status of the Organization at the time of the Incident:
Recognized
General Description of the Violation:
1. Use of "dare sheets" and point-based challenges involving risky, humiliating, or inappropriate tasks.
2. Reports of alcohol consumption during pledge activities.
3. Servitude and coercive behaviors
4. Limited oversight and accountability from chapter leadership during the pledge process
Did the violation include the abuse of illegal use of alcohol?
Yes

Did the violation include the abuse of illegal use of drugs?
No

Findings of the Institute:
Found Responsible

Sanctions placed on the Organization:
Chapter palced on a two year provation with University and National Headquarters.
Date of Incident:
September 26, 2025

Date the Investigation was Started:
September 26, 2025

Date the Investigation Ended:
October 29, 2025

Date of the Organization Was Notified of the Violation and Sanctions:
October 29, 2025
Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity, Pi Chi Zeta Chapter
Recognition Status of the Organization at the time of the Incident:
Recognized

General Description of the Violation:
1. An organized fraternity event (Big Bro Night) occurred.
2. Blindfolding of associate members was part of the event.
3. Alcohol was present and consumed by members-pledges at the event.
4. The environment allowed for potential policy violations due to lack of structured oversight.
5. The event was not registered with the university, violating California AB 524 (Campus Recognized Sorority and Fraternity Transparency Act), which requires institutions and recognized chapters to report the location, date, and time of any sanctioned event and maintain transparency for member safety and conduct.
Did the violation include the abuse of illegal use of alcohol?
Yes

Did the violation include the abuse of illegal use of drugs?
No

Findings of the Institute:
Found Responsible

Sanctions placed on the Organization:
Chapter placed on a two year probation with University and National Headquarters.

Date of Incident:
October 22, 2025

Date the Investigation Was Started:
October 24, 2025
Phi Kappa Tau Fraternity, Beta Omega Chapter
Recognition Status of the Organization at the time of the Incident:
Recognized
General Description of the Violation:
A video recorded in front of the Phi Kappa Tau annex house shows three pledges and several members outside the residence. One pledge held a dead rat while the other two filmed. The footage depicts a pledge appearing to be coerced—prompted with statements such as “Do it for the frat, do it for the brotherhood”—to lick the dead rat, which pledge ultimately does.
Did the violation include the abuse of illegal use of alcohol?
No
Did the violation include the abuse of illegal use of drugs?
No
Findings of the Institute:
Found Responsible
Sanctions placed on the Organization:
University recommended contingent suspension and probation for two years. Organization declined, and is now unrecognized for a minimum of 3 years. No suspension with National Headquarters.
Date of Incident:
March 7, 2025
Date the Investigation was Started:
March 11, 2025
Date the Investigation Ended:
April 17, 2025
Date of the Organization was Notified of the Violation and Sanctions:
April 17, 2025
Sigma Pi Fraternity, Theta Mu Chapter
Recognition Status of the Organization at the time of the Incident:
Recognized
General Description of the Violation:
1. Coercing pledges to drink spoiled milk
2. Forcing pledges to consume alcohol
3. Subjecting pledges to verbal harassment, including homophobic slurs
4. Requiring pledges to perform strenuous calisthenics under pressure; Additionally Non-compliance with University and National Headquarters
Did the violation include the abuse of illegal use of alcohol?
Yes
Did the violation include the abuse of illegal use of drugs?
No
Findings of the Institute:
Found Responsible
Sanctions placed on the Organization:
University Recognition Revoked; In addition to the University Sanction, the National Headquarters revoked the charter; Reinstatement will not be considered prior to Spring 2027.
Date of Incident:
February 17, 2024
Date the Investigation was Started:
February 21, 2024
Date the Investigation Ended:
March 6, 2024
Date of the Organization was Notified of the Violation and Sanctions:
March 6, 2024
Phi Delta Theta Fraternity, California Xi Chapter
Recognition Status of the Organization at the time of the Incident:
Recognized
General Description of the Violation:
A “road kill/drink beer” challenge conducted in a campus building. Physical harm through piercing with a pledge pin.
Did the violation include the abuse of illegal use of alcohol?
Yes
Did the violation include the abuse of illegal use of drugs?
No
Findings of the Institute:
Found Responsible
Sanctions placed on the Organization:
University Recognition Revoked; In addition to the University Sanction, the National Headquarters revoked the charter; Reinstatement will not be considered prior to Spring 2027.
Date of Incident:
March 2, 2023
Date the Investigation was Started:
April 25, 2023
Date the Investigation Ended:
May 26, 2023
Date of the Organization was Notified of the Violation and Sanctions:
May 26, 2023
Sigma Lambda Gamma National Multicultural Sorority, Inc., Mu Chapter
Recognition Status of the Organization at the time of the Incident: Recognized
General Description of the Violation:
Late-night mandatory meetings with threats and intimidation. Excessive yelling, pressure to memorize history, and uniform dress requirements. Intimidation through social media and in-person gestures after reports were filed. Physical discomfort and fatigue from prolonged standing and unrelated tasks. Humiliating comments targeting personal insecurities and health conditions.
Did the violation include the abuse of illegal use of alcohol?
No
Did the violation include the abuse of illegal use of drugs?
No
Findings of the Institute:Found Responsible
Sanctions placed on the Organization:
University Recognition Revoked; In addition to the University sanction, National Headquarters revoked the charter; Reinstatement will not be considered prior to Spring 2027.
Date of Incident:
March 22, 2023
Date the Investigation was Started:
March 24, 2023
Date the Investigation Ended:
May 26, 2023
Date of the Organization was Notified of the Violation and Sanctions:
May 26, 2023
Delta Chi Fraternity
Recognition Status of the Organization at the time of the Incident:
Recognized
General Description of the Violation:
Engaged in hazing incident at its chapter house. The hazing activities resulted in a member sustaining a life-threatening medical condition requiring hospitalization.
Did the violation include the abuse of illegal use of alcohol?
Yes
Did the violation include the abuse of illegal use of drugs?
Yes
Findings of the Institute:
Found Responsible
Sanctions placed on the Organization:
University Recognition Revoked; In addition to the University sanction, National Headquarters revoked the charter; Reinstatement will not be considered prior to Spring 2028.
Date of Incident:
February, 23, 2023
Date the Investigation was Started:
March 6, 2023
Date the Investigation Ended:
April 10, 2023
Date of the Organization was Notified of the Violation and Sanctions:
April 10, 2023