Risk Management Resources
Delta Chi Risk Management Policy
The Risk Management Policy of The Delta Chi Fraternity includes the provisions that follow and all members are expected to comply. Compliance to the following will likely result in a safer fraternity experience. If any chapter or member chooses not to comply with these policies, the Fraternity may impose sanctions per Delta Chi Law, the By-Laws, Article V, Section 4, 2(h).
Risk Management Policies (Updated 08.31.2024)
- Risk Management Update (Updated 1.30.2023)
For Risk Management questions and support, contact Associate Executive Director Davis Millard at dmillard@deltachi.org or Seth Kardon, Director of Member Safety, at skardon@deltachi.org.
"F" Resources
Hazing Prevention
Per Delta Chi’s Risk Management Policies, “No chapter, member, associate member, or alumnus shall conduct, participate in, or condone hazing activities. Knowledge of hazing and failure to take timely and appropriate action is condoning hazing. Permission or approval, whether expressed or implied, by a person being hazed is not a defense.”
Hazing is the antithesis of everything that we believe in as an organization and Delta Chi is committed to staying true to its values. Below you can find a list of resources to help combat hazing, educate yourself and others, and report hazing when you see it taking place.
Hazing is defined as:
"Any action taken, or situation created to cause or reasonably cause mental or physical discomfort or harm, intimidation, harassment, or embarrassment for the purpose of gaining or continuing membership of any kind in the Fraternity. Such activities may include but are not limited to the following: forced or implied consumption of alcohol or drugs, confining individuals to a space for any period of time, subjecting individuals to excessively loud environments to disorient or make uncomfortable, calisthenics as a means of punishment, depriving of sleep or displacing someone from their normal sleep schedule or location, forced or implied sexual activity, lineups of any kind for the purpose of questioning/quizzing or demeaning, threats of any kind including withholding initiation into the Fraternity, wearing of similar attire which separates by membership status, personal servitude or running errands of any kind with or without reimbursement, required carrying of certain items, restriction of communication, and any other activities which are not consistent with academic achievement, fraternal law, ritual or policy or the regulations and policies of the educational institution or applicable state law."
Hazing Hotline: The Hazing Hotline provides an anonymous telephone line for anyone to report a suspected or recent hazing incident to one number 1-888-NOT-HAZE (1-888-668-4293) that accepts calls 24 hours a day.
Hazing Prevention Network: The Hazing Prevention Network is a national organization dedicated to empowering people to prevent hazing, by providing education and resources, advocating on hazing prevention, and building partnerships with others.
Anti-Hazing Education: Anti-Hazing Education provides resources and information related to hazing prevention. Please browse through these resources and feel free to share with others. Let’s all work together to put an end to hazing.
Resources to Assist with Conversations:
- Stories from the Street: Tim’s Story (Spotify)
Evelyn Piazza, mother of Tim Piazza who died in 2017, speaks to YOUth Positively Speaking - Love Mom & Dad: Turning Tragedy into Progress. The Anti-Hazing Coalition hosted a presentation and discussion to kick off National Hazing Prevention Week on Sunday, September 20, 2020.
Mental Health
The health and well-being of our members is of the utmost importance to Delta Chi. To assist our members in practicing good mental health, Delta Chi has partnered with the Campus Assistance Program (CAP) to recognize and combat struggles that might be interrupting your academic and personal life. This free and confidential service for Delta Chi members is provided by the Division of Health Management Systems of America and is a trusted partner of the Delta Chi Fraternity.
The Campus Assistance Program can be accessed around-the-clock through a Virtual Empowerment Platform. The Platform provides self-help resources, problem identification tools, articles and on-demand webinars. The curriculum can be accessed 24 hours a day – 7 days a week – 365 days a year at:
- username: deltachi
- password: myresource
Telephone requests can be made to (866) 227-3834. When you call, you will be able to report suspected threats of harm to self or others. It is our hope that our brothers who might need this resource will take advantage of this opportunity and receive assistance to any hardship they might be experiencing.
Telephone requests can be made to (866) 227-3834. When you call, you will be able to report suspected threats of harm to self or others. It is our hope that our brothers who might need this resource will take advantage of this opportunity and receive assistance to any hardship they might be experiencing.
Reporting An Incident
When an incident arises at the chapter causing bodily injury or property damage to any person, the following information must be obtained immediately (see ‘What Should Be Reported” dropdown information). Do not withhold reporting an incident to obtain required information.
Chapters are expected to submit the form located below within 24 hours of the incident. The Chapter “A” should be the main point of contact and should be the responsible party to submit the incident. Gather as much information as possible. This includes the names of any individuals involved, the location of the incident, circumstances surrounding any injury, any medical attention sought, and any other facts that are available. Disclose ALL facts that are known to the International Headquarters (IHQ) and other parties instructed to disclose to by the IHQ Legal Advisor.
Your submission is automatically sent to the Executive Director and Director of Member Safety. It is only shared with individuals directly involved in the incident and our insurance company. If serious bodily injury is involved, (after calling your local 911,) call the Director of Member Safety, Seth Kardon, at 319-499-0348 immediately.
The Chapter “A” should be the main point of contact.
- Any injury to a member or guest that occurred as a result of a fraternity-related activity or an event a reasonable observer could associate with the Fraternity.
- Any injury to a member or guest that occurred on fraternity property.
- Allegations of sexual assault, abuse, harassment, or misconduct connected with a member or guest
Any inquiries by authorities or legal counsel regarding an incident related to the chapter.
Any incident must be reported to the International Headquarters within 24 hours of becoming aware of any incident as indicated by the "what should be reported" tab.
Allegations of sexual assault, abuse, harassment or misconduct connected with a member or guest
Gather as much information as possible. This includes the names of any individuals involved, the location of the incident, circumstances surrounding any injury, any medical attention sought, and any other facts that are available. Disclose ALL facts that are known to the International Headquarters (IHQ) and other parties instructed to disclose to by the IHQ Legal Advisor. Be sure to complete the incident report form in detail within 24 hours of the incident.
- Do not admit responsibility or liability for any incident.
- Speak with IHQ before communicating with an attorney.
- The chapter “A” should be the main spokesperson and no other members should speak with any individuals regarding an incident, unless requested to do so by law enforcement.
- Keep IHQ informed of any updates that occur or any additional information that becomes available.
- Only the “A” should correspond with any media.
- If you receive an inquiry, direct that media outlet to your chapter “A”.
- All media inquiries should be coordinated through Headquarters Staff:
Click the incident report form below or click here.
Incident Report Form
When an incident arises at the chapter causing bodily injury or property damage to any person, the following information must be obtained immediately. Do not withhold reporting an incident to obtain required information. Chapters are expected to submit this form within 24 hours of the incident. Your submission is automatically sent to the Executive Director and Director of Member Safety and is only shared with individuals directly involved in the incident and our insurance company. If serious bodily injury is involved, (after calling your local 911,) call the Director of Member Safety, Seth Kardon, at 319-499-0348 immediately.