A degree from Dartmouth should be a one way ticket to the top. A prestigious school with a renowned faculty, Dartmouth breeds outstanding students. Such a school as this is thought to act with poise and character, this is not always the case.
Being the real-life inspiration for Animal House, Dartmouth greek life is no stranger to the world of hazing. Horror stories come forth about the terrors of hazing in the Dartmouth Greek life. Students are pushed to their limits in order to becomes a part of the 150 year tradition. Pledges were asked to swim in pools filled with vomit, or to ingest vinegar and absurd amounts of alcohol. Reports were made and Dartmouths greek systems soon was put in the public eye.
In response to students allegations about hazing, faculty and alumni from the University voiced their opinions and denied all allegations. Alumni wanted nothing to do with the alleged stories and responded by saying “these individuals are ruining the traditions of Dartmouth”. The consensus as one alum put it, “if you don’t want to be initiated, don’t pledge”.
This is a great example of the ignorance that is happening within society today. Lets cover up our problems, lets face them.
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