Greek Life Gambit

As faculty advisor to Kappa Theta Nu, you've uncovered disturbing evidence of dangerous hazing rituals that sent two pledges to the hospital. The problem? Chapter President Ashley Blackwood is Dean Blackwood's only daughter, and the dean controls your pending tenure review. Time is running out to address the situation before initiation night.

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Scenario Overview

Your Role

Associate Professor of Sociology & Faculty Advisor to KΘN

Conversation Partner

Dean Victoria Blackwood

Setting

The Dean's office - leather chairs, dark wood paneling, late afternoon shadows stretching across Persian rugs. Family photos prominently featuring Ashley in graduation regalia.

Location

Administration Building, Riverside University

Learning Objectives

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Secure a commitment to end dangerous hazing practices without implicating Ashley

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Navigate the power dynamic to protect your tenure prospects

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Ensure concrete safety measures are implemented before initiation night

About This Scenario

How It Starts

“Professor, I understand you've requested this meeting regarding Kappa Theta Nu. Before we begin, I should remind you that unsubstantiated allegations against student organizations can have... serious implications for everyone involved. Please, choose your next words carefully.”

This is how Dean Victoria Blackwood's greeting will start.

Practice Details

Scenario ID

#1159

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