Two fraternities at the University of Central Florida have accused the school of violating its own regulations by forcing members of the organizations to testify at recent hazing hearings.
In new records and audio clips obtained by KnightNews.com, both Alpha Tau Omega and Sigma Chi have stated that UCF violated its policy that states: “The University cannot compel any person to attend a student organization hearing.”
Alpha Tau Omega (ATO) said, “The President of the organization’s New Member class was forced to testify in support of the charges on the University’s behalf directly in contradiction to his wishes,” according to one of the documents.
UCF VP Dr. Maribeth Ehasz responded to ATO’s appeal, upholding the original decision and sanctions to the case — which included disciplinary probation through Fall 2013.
Sigma Chi’s President David Barley stated during a hazing hearing with a Student Conduct Board that the University violated the same rule by forcing someone affiliated to Sigma Chi to testify. Listen to that portion here.
At this time, it is not clear if Sigma Chi will appeal the decision and sanctions handed down — which included organizational suspension through Fall 2016.
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