More than a month after the University revoked its recognition of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity, 16 former SAE pledge members are joining the Tau Kappa Epsilon fraternity instead, according to students involved.
President David Skorton sat down with The Sun on Monday to discuss his decision-making regarding Greek life, staff cuts, suicide prevention and the controversial folding of the Africana Center into the College of Arts and Sciences.
Six freshmen who were pledging Sigma Alpha Epsilon when George Desdunes ’13 died in February have left campus. It remains unclear whether the students faced disciplinary action or left campus voluntarily.
All SAE members must vacate their fraternity house by March 31. The University says members failed to call for medical help before George Desdunes '13 died Feb. 25.
IFC's decision comes as the Greek system faces increasing pressure following the death of George Desdunes ’13, and as the Board of Trustees meets on campus this weekend.
Tuesday night's memorial service for George Desdunes '13 will be closed to the public, Sigma Alpha Epsilon President Eric Barnum '12 announced via e-mail Tuesday evening. A public memorial service will be held on Wednesday at 5 p.m.