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Rutgers Fraternity Shut Down After Hazing Incident Injures Student

10/25/2025

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The Alpha Sigma Phi chapter at Rutgers University was permanently closed after a hazing incident left a 19-year-old student critically injured by electrocution from wiring.
New Jersey mandates anti-hazing policies in educational institutions.
The Alpha Sigma Phi Fraternity condemned hazing.
An inspection found 19 safety violations at Rutgers property, including obstructed exits.
The Alpha Sigma Phi Fraternity said all involved members would be expelled.

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The Alpha Sigma Phi chapter at Rutgers University was permanently closed after a hazing incident left a 19-year-old student critically injured by electrocution from wiring.
New Jersey mandates anti-hazing policies in educational institutions.
The Alpha Sigma Phi Fraternity condemned hazing.
An inspection found 19 safety violations at Rutgers property, including obstructed exits.
The Alpha Sigma Phi Fraternity said all involved members would be expelled.