NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. — Rutgers University has banned house parties at fraternities and sororities for the rest of the spring semester after several alcohol-related problems this school year, including the death of a student.
In a statement Monday, New Jersey’s flagship state university said the move comes because “Rutgers takes seriously its commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe campus environment.”
Under the ban, house parties will be off-limits for all 86 fraternities and sororities. But events such as spring formals, where licensed third-party vendors serve alcohol, still will be allowed.
A 19-year-old student died of alcohol poisoning in September after attending a fraternity party.
The ban was first reported by NJ.com.