Campus Hazing Transparency Report
The Stop Campus Hazing Act requires Iowa State University to publish information regarding recognized student organizations that are found responsible for hazing following an institutional investigation.
The Campus Hazing Transparency Report is updated at least twice each year. Information included in each update is maintained publicly for five calendar years as required by federal law. The report does not include personally identifiable information about individual students.
Sigma Alpha Epsilon (Iowa Gamma Chapter)
Incident Date(s): Early Fall 2024; on or about December 5, 2024; February 27, 2025
Date Investigation Initiated: April 1, 2025
Date Investigation Concluded: April 16, 2025
Date of Finding/Resolution: May 6, 2025
Violation(s): Hazing; Misuse of Alcohol; Misuse of Controlled Substances & Drug Paraphernalia; Endangerment
Alcohol or Drugs Involved: Alcohol
Description of Violation:
The organization was found responsible for hazing involving new member activities during three incidents between Fall 2024 and February 2025. The conduct included coerced or expected alcohol consumption, physical exertion, and intimidation associated with initiation activities. Alcohol was involved in the hazing conduct.
Sanctions:
Suspension of organizational recognition through December 19, 2025; one year of Conduct Probation following reinstatement; required hazing prevention education; leadership and membership restrictions; and additional oversight and reinstatement requirements.
Student Organizations with Significant Disciplinary Action
Iowa State University provides information about student organizations that have received significant disciplinary sanctions, including suspension or loss or restriction of university recognition. This information is maintained for a period following the disciplinary action so that students, families, and others considering involvement with an organization can make informed decisions.
An organization's appearance in this section does not necessarily mean the organization is currently suspended. The organization's current status and applicable dates are provided below.
Sigma Alpha Epsilon (Iowa Gamma Chapter)
Conduct Violation(s): Hazing; Misuse of Alcohol; Misuse of Controlled Substances & Drug Paraphernalia; Endangerment
Action Date: May 6, 2025
Disciplinary Action: Suspended through December 19, 2025; Reinstatement effective December 22, 2025
