The University of Kentucky has suspended all activities for new members of Interfraternity Council (IFC) chapters indefinitely. The news comes following the death of 18-year-old student Thomas “Lofton” Hazelwood, who was found unresponsive at the FarmHouse Fraternity house on Monday.
The Fayette County Coroner’s Office announced the cause of death is “presumed alcohol toxicity,” though UK says investigations into Hazelwood’s passing remain open.
In statements released by President Eli Capilouto and Vice President for Student Success Kirsten Turner on Thursday, the school announced new steps it was taking to “further ensure the health and well-being of our students” and “increase awareness and education” around hazing, alcohol use and bystander intervention.