Florida State University has partially lifted its suspension on fraternities and sororities, but a ban on alcohol and social functions remains in position.
President John Thrasher said Monday that organizations are immediately capable to hold philanthropic events and recruit members. The partial lifting was announced as soon as the university released new policies on Greek Life on campus which includes a minimum chapter gpa of 2.5, shortening participant initiation periods from two months to 6 and limiting socials with alcohol.
Thrasher said lifting other regions of your suspension could occur later this semester depending just how much progress is reached on implementing the modern rules.
President John Thrasher suspended all fraternities and sororities Nov. 6, 72 hours right after the death of 20-year old fraternity pledge Andrew Coffey.
Thrasher says he would like to create “a fresh normal” for campus organizations. Within a state Board of Governors meeting a week ago, Thrasher said they’re making progress on new rules.
Florida State, Penn State, Louisiana State and Pitt have suspended Greek life in the past year.
A Florida medical examiner ruled that Coffey died from alcohol poisoning. Nine men and women the Pi Kappa Phi fraternity happen to be faced with a felony hazing.
