Going off to college can be exciting and fun, but it can also be stressful. Many students find themselves away from their families and independent for the first time in their lives. One of the ways new students can gain an instant support system is by joining a sorority. The sisterhood of sororities offers lifelong friendships and networking opportunities. Sorority sisters support one another academically and socially, and this bond continues after graduation. Sororities offer not only new friends and a surrogate family but also opportunities to learn leadership skills and perform volunteer work for the good of the community. And the social life is pretty good, too.

Even though Greek life can be fun, problems can arise. A sorority sister may find herself in hot water over her treatment of a pledge or an aspiring member during rush week. Sometimes, hazing can go too far, or what was meant to be a practical joke can lead to insult or injury. A sister may urge a pledge to drink too much, perform some sort of unsafe act, or vandalize public property. If something like this occurs, a school may subject a sorority sister to disciplinary action.

If you are facing disciplinary action by your school arising from a sorority-related event, do not ignore it. You need the help of a skilled attorney who knows about college sororities and the school disciplinary process. Regardless of your location, the Lento Law Firm's Education Law Team can help. Reach out to us at 888-535-3686 or contact us online.

Sororities and the School Disciplinary Process

Sorority members are subject to their school's code of conduct. These publications discuss how students are expected to behave, and list prohibited acts. Although every school is different, most student codes prohibit academic misconduct and wrongdoing involving alcohol, drugs, hate crimes, sexual misconduct, and violence. Codes of conduct also outline what happens when a student is accused of a violation and discuss the possible penalties. The school will investigate allegations of misconduct and hold a hearing, which is nothing like a court hearing. Many academic institutions do not guarantee a student the right to have a lawyer present, nor do they adhere to certain standards of evidence.

When a student is found responsible at a disciplinary hearing, the school may impose sanctions. These penalties may consist of disciplinary probation, the loss of campus housing or scholarships, and suspension or expulsion. These sanctions can damage a sorority sister's academic reputation, prevent entry to graduate school, and jeopardize future job opportunities, so disciplinary matters must be taken seriously.

If You Are a Sorority Sister Facing School Disciplinary Action You Need Strong Representation

If you are a sorority sister and your school has accused you of violating the code of conduct, you need to be proactive and save your academic career. You need an experienced attorney who knows how the school disciplinary process works. The Lento Law Firm's Education Law Team is ready to help you, no matter where you are in the country. The Team has nationwide experience guiding students through the maze of the academic disciplinary process. Call us at 888-535-3686 or reach out by completing this online form.