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Well, the hammer has come down. At least at the University of Florida.
In the video above you’ll see the president of the southern university — who happens to be a retired U.S. Army major general and combat veteran — apologize for the ungodly incident that turned what was supposed to a week of leisure for a bunch of innocent veterans into an absolute nightmare at the hands of a bunch of spoiled collegiate brats.
The Zeta Beta Tau has been placed on interim suspension and and has been charged with a series of offenses “as part of a formal investigation” being conducted by the institute of higher learning.
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The chapter is charged with causing physical or other harm, obscene behavior, public intoxication, theft and damage to property. An interim suspension means the organization is suspended from all activities. There will be a complete investigation by the university.
“I am personally offended and disappointed by the behavior that has been described to me,” said Student Affairs Vice President Dave Kratzer, also a retired U.S. Army major general and combat veteran. “This is not representative of our students or of the university.”
Panama City police responded to the incident and no charges were filed. UF policies establish standards of conduct for individuals and organizations, and officials are addressing the situation through appropriate channels. The fraternity is currently on probation at UF for hazing during the fall semester, and as a result faces stiffer penalties if found to be in violation.
Stay tuned for updates concerning the Emory University chapter, who were also involved in the incident.