The outcome of the Alpha Tau Omega hazing allegations became official on Friday–the fraternity will be placed on organizational disciplinary probation from the University effective for Spring 2013, Summer 2013, and Fall 2013.
The organizational disciplinary probation means that Alpha Tau Omega will be restricted from participating in IFC Spring Recruitment for 2013.
READ ATO’S FULL SANCTION LETTER HERE
The fraternity had a panel hearing on December 11, 2012 that found the organization “in violation” of of the University hazing policy (10a) Any action or situation which recklessly or intentionally endangers the mental or physical health and or safety of a student for the purpose of initiation or admission into, or association with, any organization. (10c) Any activity that could subject the individual to mental or physical stress such as sleep deprivation, forced exclusion from social contact, forced contact which could result in embarrassment, or any other activity that could adversely affect the mental or physical health or dignity of the individual. (10e) Any activity, as described above, upon which the initiation or admission into or association with a student organization may be directly or indirectly conditioned, shall be presumed to be a “forced” activity, the willingness of an individual to participate in such an activity notwithstanding.
The fraternity was found not guilty on (10b)Brutality of a physical nature such as whipping, beating, branding, forced calisthenics, exposure to the elements; forced consumption of any food, liquor, liquid, drug, or other substances; or other forced elements; or other forced activity which could adversely affect the mental or physical health or safety of the individual. (10e) Forcing or requiring the violation of University policies, federal, state, or local law.
In order for Alpha Tau Omega to participate in IFC Fall Recruitment in 2013, they will need to host a day long Leadership Summit through collaboration with FSL and approval by The Office of Students Rights and Responsibilities by May 15, 2013.
Other punishments include a hazing presentation to IFC done no later than April 30, 2013, and working with ATO nationals to revise the new member education program to conform to UCF standards.
