Clemson relaxes suspension of frat events

Clemson University officials have developed an interim policy to allow fraternities to hold social activities beginning one week from today—Friday, October 10, provided they meet certain conditions. Last week, Clemson suspended all social and new-member activities for all Inter-fraternity Council chapters in the wake of multiple incidents involving fraternities this semester, and internal investigation continues into allegations of conduct code violations. The interim policy provides a path to regain privileges. Chapters deemed to be in good standing with the university — meaning they are not on any type of suspension, disciplinary probation or other sanction that would restrict social activities — may regain privileges by adhering to nationally-recognized risk management policies and following certain guidelines for events involving alcohol. Chapters not in good standing may regain privileges by complying with all existing expectations of their current sanction, following nationally-recognized risk management policies and using a third-party vendor for any social activity involving alcohol.