Fort Valley's Blue Machine Marching Band is making music again. A suspension, put in place during an investigation into allegations of hazing, has been lifted. The suspension came ahead of the school's homecoming week. The school says the Office of Student Conduct is still reviewing "individual matters" with some members still suspended pending the outcome of the school's hearing process.

FVSU suspends Blue Marching Band over hazing allegations days before homecoming week

Arrests were made after a criminal hazing investigation surrounding the band. The university also conducted its independent investigation.

Arrests made after hazing investigation into Fort Valley State University Marching Band

Here is the media release, received via email, from Fort Valley State University Britney Smith, with FVSU Marketing and Communications:

Following the completion of a recent review, the University has lifted the suspension for the Blue Machine Marching Band, allowing the organization to resume all official activities. The Office of Student Conduct continues to review individual matters, and a few members remain on suspension pending the outcome of the hearing process.

We appreciate the cooperation of band members and university partners throughout this process. The University remains committed to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all students, and will continue to enforce its policies to ensure the well-being of our campus community.