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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 26, 2010
Lexington, VA – Sigma Nu Fraternity is aware of media reports regarding an incident alleged to
have occurred at an off-campus residence near Emory University on October 23, 2010. These
reports state that an unnamed student has alleged that he was verbally and physically assaulted
by an individual who is an alumnus of Emory University and the Xi Chapter of Sigma Nu
Fraternity at Emory University.
“We are concerned by these reports and are working with leaders of our chapter and University
officials to learn as much as we can about the incident,” said Brad Beacham, Executive Director
of Sigma Nu Fraternity. “As an organization founded upon the Honor principle and dedicated to
the development of ethical leaders, Sigma Nu condemns acts of violence and disrespect.”
The Fraternity has confirmed that the social function at which the incident is alleged to have
occurred was a private function at an off- campus private residence. The function was not
sponsored by the Xi Chapter of Sigma Nu Fraternity and was attended by members and nonmembers.
Headquartered in Lexington, Va., Sigma Nu Fraternity was founded in 1869 at Virginia Military
Institute and currently has more than 180 active chapters and colonies on campuses throughout
North America.
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