Honor Board

The Honor Board is a quintessential component of the Fraternity. It was developed to ensure the codes and values of the Fraternity remain present in the daily lives of the members.  If a violation occurs, it is the responsibility of the Honor Board to give a fair and impartial hearing.  As a member of the Honor Board, you have the power to hand out decisions and also make recommendations for suspension and expulsion.  To be successful, you must be unbiased, decisive, and patient.  This responsibility is not without its drawbacks. It can be difficult when you must hold a close friend accountable for his actions.  You don’t want to give him a harsh punishment, yet you have the responsibility of upholding the Constitution & Bylaws.  Just remember in the end what your board is trying to accomplish - an excellent chapter with excellent members.

Please keep in mind that in your work as a member of the Honor Board, you should not focus on who the individual is or whether or not he’s a good guy.  Instead, you must focus on the behavior the member demonstrated in this particular incident.  If his behavior is inconsistent with the values and policies of Delta Tau Delta, it is necessary for you to hold him accountable for his actions.