What is the consequence of the third strike in pledging?

• A. Warning
• B. One-on-one meeting with pledgemaster
• C. Formal probation
• D. Termination from pledging process

Answer: (D)

In many pledge systems, infractions are tracked as strikes, and the responses escalate with each strike. A third strike represents repeated failure to meet the pledged standards even after prior warnings and corrective steps. At that point, the pledge is terminated, meaning you can no longer continue in the pledging process. The earlier actions—like a warning or a formal probation—address issues on the way to building behavior and commitment, but they are not the final consequence. A termination consequence specifically reflects that the organization has determined you will not be allowed to complete pledging.