The Hazing Death of Timothy Piazza
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In this episode… Jen covers the heart breaking hazing death of Timothy Piazza. Tim was a sophomore at Penn State when he pledged Beta Theta Pi, a fraternity that was supposed to be alcohol free since its suspension in 2009. The pledges showed up for their initiation obstacle course called, “The Gauntlet.” Yes, it’s as awful as it sounds and we’re honestly not sure how anyone could survive.
82 Minutes. 18 alcoholic drinks. Multiple Falls. Fractured Skull. Lacerated spleen. Internal bleeding.
12 hours before a fraternity “brother” would call 911, still not revealing the truth behind Piazza’s condition.
Listen in this week as we bring awareness to end hazing and the abuse suffered by students as they search for belonging and acceptance among their peers.
RIP Timothy Piazza
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Jen’s Sources
Daily Collegian - Article by Sarah Vasile
AP News Article by Mark Scolforo