Where does Delta Tau Delta stand on hazing?
HazingNo chapter of Delta Tau Delta shall indulge in any physical abuse or undignified treatment (hazing) of its pledges or members. Hazing is defined as any action taken or situation created intentionally, whether on or off Fraternity premises, to produce mental or physical discomfort, embarrassment, harassment, or ridicule. Such activities and situations include paddling in any form, creation of excessive fatigue, physical and psychological shocks, quests, treasure hunts, scavenger hunts, road trips or any other such activities, kidnapping of actives by pledges or pledges by actives as well as the forced consumption of alcohol, wearing apparel which is conspicuous and not normally in good taste, engaging in any public stunts and buffoonery, morally degrading or humiliating games and activities, late work sessions which interfere with academic activity, and any other activities which are not consistent with Fraternal law, Ritual or policy with the regulations and policies of the host educational institution. Furthermore, chapters shall follow Delta Tau Delta's Delt Development Program.
Abusive BehaviorThe Fraternity will not tolerate or condone any form of abusive behavior on the part of its members, whether physical, mental or emotional. This is to include any actions directed toward members or non-members. Such behavior includes, but is not limited, to hazing and fighting.
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