University of Virginia reinstates Greek life following Rolling Stone controversy

University of Virginia reinstates Greek life following Rolling Stone controversy
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The University of Virginia has reinstated campus Greek life, CNN reports. The groups were suspended Nov. 21 after Rolling Stone published a now-questioned account of sexual assault on campus.

Fraternities and sororities will have to abide by new rules created by UVA's Greek leadership councils. Pre-mixed drinks are barred from fraternity parties, and each such party must have at least three sober brothers.

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