To what extent is pledging acceptable

[Aspirant02]

Hello brothers of Alpha,

As you can tell by the screen name I am currently looking to gain membership in your brotherhood. Now we all know, based on past occurrences, that during pledging things can go too far (i.e. death). I am not looking for a way to skate by any means, but I just want your opinions' as brothers about what is "too far". I believe there has to be a line between pledging the right way and the wrong way and I just wanna know what you all would say that is...if you believe that line exists. Thank you

[GoldnBlue2004]

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated is a non-hazing organization.

Please refer to our national website, www.alphaphialpha.net, for membership requirements.

Thanks.

[rhoyaltempest]

Sorry Alphas, I just realized this was in your forum. I don't know why but I thought I was in the general area.

[Professor]

Good luck in your quest . . .

Originally Posted by Aspirant02

Hello brothers of Alpha,

As you can tell by the screen name I am currently looking to gain membership in your brotherhood. Now we all know, based on past occurrences, that during pledging things can go too far (i.e. death). I am not looking for a way to skate by any means, but I just want your opinions' as brothers about what is "too far". I believe there has to be a line between pledging the right way and the wrong way and I just wanna know what you all would say that is...if you believe that line exists. Thank you