A chapter of a college fraternity at the University of Arizona has been placed on suspension following allegations that new recruits were forced to swallow live goldfish while being given alcohol. The incident marks the latest in a series of controversial events involving student organizations in the United States.
According to university officials, the Sigma Tau Gamma chapter was notified via letter earlier in September that it is currently under investigation for several alleged breaches of the student code of conduct. The specific violations cited include behaviors that endanger, threaten, or cause physical harm to members of the campus community.
Honestly, the name Sigma Tau Gamma is weird enough, but the actual incident is what really concerns everyone reading this.
Are the live animals from a pet store? I hope the authorities are investigating the source of the fish carefully.
I remember these types of rituals from my college days too, but this crosses every possible line of sanity and safety.
The university finally moved quickly, which is refreshing. These organizations need to face serious consequences for such dangerous hazing practices immediately.
Can someone explain how you even swallow a whole goldfish? That sounds physically impossible and horrifyingly unsafe for anyone involved.