October 27, 2026
Lexington, Va. – Sigma Nu Fraternity was founded in 1869 in direct opposition to hazing. Sigma Nu Fraternity prohibits hazing. Hazing is the antithesis of the Fraternity’s mission to develop ethical leaders inspired by the Fraternity’s principles of Love, Honor, and Truth. Recently, the Fraternity received information from North Carolina State University alleging the occurrence of hazing related to the Beta Tau Chapter of Sigma Nu Fraternity at the University. Both the Fraternity and University have suspended the activities of Beta Tau Chapter pending completion of an investigation of these allegations. Sigma Nu Fraternity will continue to cooperate with North Carolina State University in these matters. Any collegiate chapter or member of Sigma Nu Fraternity found responsible for hazing is held accountable in accordance with the Fraternity’s disciplinary procedures.
October 29, 2026
Lexington, Va. – Sigma Nu Fraternity was founded in direct opposition to hazing. Hazing is prohibited by Sigma Nu Fraternity, by North Carolina State University, and by North Carolina law. Sigma Nu chapters and members are expected to adhere to these prohibitions. Sigma Nu membership should be free from hazing and in alignment with the Fraternity’s mission to develop ethical leaders inspired by the Fraternity’s principles of Love, Honor, and Truth. Sigma Nu Fraternity fully supports and is cooperating with the procedures of law enforcement officials regarding recent reports alleging the occurrence of hazing related to the Beta Tau Chapter of Sigma Nu Fraternity at North Carolina State University. Any person found responsible for hazing should be held accountable in accordance with applicable laws and procedures.
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