For Isatel, who made the first post about the hazing question, please take all the advice and information given to you by all these other people on Greek Chat to heart... They know what they're talking about.
I'm a senior at UCR, and this will be my fourth year as a proud member of Gamma Phi Beta. Trust me, the hazing question was on my mind as well... And it would be a lie if anyone during recruitment told you that "hazing does not happen on our campus or within our Greek community." That would be a blatant lie. My chapter, in the years I have been involved, has never once been brought up for hazing. We do not believe in it. When you hear fraternity men and other UCR students speak of what the new member period will be like, they will almost always say "you're going to be showered with gifts," and this is true. At least by the Panhellenic chapters on our campus.
I work for the Student Life and Leadership center as an assistant to one of the Directors. One of my duties is to help outline sanctions for various organizations, including Greek-lettered organizations. I can tell you that NONE of our 14 IFC and Panhellenic organizations have been brought to judicial hearings for hazing in the last year. I cannot say the same for non-IFC and Panhellenic chapters. And I'm proud to say that, especially in light of the recent tragedy at Cal State Long Beach which may have been a hazing incident.
When you come through recruitment, and I truly hope you do as we have 6 amazing NPC chapters on our campus, please ask questions... even if they may make the chapter members uncomfortable. Those members who have never experienced either side of hazing should be able to honestly and comfortably answer all of your questions.
If you ever want to talk, IM me- my AIM screen name is gphiangel624... I hope to see you during recruitment! It's nice seeing someone on here from our little city of Riverside!
