Beta Upsilon Chi Fraternity engaged in hazing between August and October 2026, according to a university report. The violations were reported to the university on Sept. 23, and investigators subsequently substantiated violations of university policy.

The report described several activities imposed on new members. One, called "Family Points," involved a points system built around food and soda consumption challenges, sports activities and personal servitude for active members. Another, "Blackout Bingo," included what the report described as meaningless tasks, scavenger hunts, outdoor challenges and competitions reserved for new members. A third, "Family Tradition," required new members to answer questions about their assigned fraternity mentors, known as "Bigs"; incorrect answers carried consequences that included chugging soda and running while active members monitored them.

In response, the university imposed a set of sanctions: a hazing education workshop, a revised new member education plan, a leadership accountability meeting and disciplinary probation.

The case comes as universities nationwide face renewed scrutiny over Greek-letter organizations and the rituals used to initiate new members. Hazing prevention advocates have long argued that penalties limited to education and probation may not be enough to deter repeat behavior, and that institutions need clearer reporting channels and stronger consequences. The university maintains a stop-hazing reporting page for students and community members to flag concerns.

It was not immediately clear how long the probation will last or whether the fraternity plans to appeal the findings. The university's report did not identify individual students involved.