December 6, 2017

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

(Iowa City, IA) The Delta Chi Fraternity has suspended the charter of its chapter at the
University of North Carolina Charlotte.

Originally founded as a law fraternity, Delta Chi still maintains as its cardinal principle the
observance of and respect for the law. Our core value of advancing justice is expected of
each of our members, as well as the observance of our eleven basic expectations, one of
which is I will respect the dignity and worth of all persons. I will not physically, mentally,
psychologically, or sexually abuse or haze any human being.

Following an investigation, the Fraternity found that there were actions by members of the
Charlotte Chapter that constituted hazing, violation of risk management policy, and failing to
uphold the values and expectations of Delta Chi. This decision to suspend operations, made in
consultation with alumni leaders and campus partners, prescribes the chapter to cease to
function until recolonization. Following their own due process, the University also announced
the suspension of recognition for four years.

These actions by chapter members go against our expectations of membership and do not
align with the Oath of Delta Chi, stated Keith R. Shriver, Executive Director & CEO. We will not
tolerate such violations of laws, policies, and principles. The Fraternity will work with local
alumni, University officials, and student leaders to reestablish a membership of values-based
men at UNC Charlotte in the future. We are grateful for our strong partnership with UNCC, and
we appreciate the Universitys continuing support.

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About Delta Chi
The Delta Chi Fraternity is an international brotherhood of undergraduate and alumni
members whose goals are to promote friendship, develop character, advance justice, and
assist in the acquisition of a sound education. Since its founding as a law fraternity in 1890,
Delta Chi has grown to over 110,000 members and today extends membership to the general
college population. We maintain nearly 150 undergraduate and alumni chapters across North
America. The Fraternity is dedicated to creating and cultivating a lifelong, values-based
experience through networking, philanthropic, and leadership opportunities as well as events
and gatherings to foster friendship and belonging. Learn more at deltachi.org.

Primary Contact:
Christian A. Wargo
Director of Communications & Events
cwargo@deltachi.org

The Delta Chi Fraternity International Headquarters

PO Box 1817 Iowa City, IA 52244
(319) 337-4811 deltachi.org