Jenny Poliakoff died from a cocaine overdose at a sorority party - one of the many drug-fuelled events at San Diego State University. Her tragic and untimely death triggered a huge investigation, and ultimately led to one of the biggest drug busts in college history. Houses of Horror: Secrets of College Life exposes the dark side of fraternity and sorority life at some of America’s top universities and its impact on some of the young men and women who participate. Each episode features first-hand accounts of how the power, control, and secrecy of fraternities and sororities can create a cult-like dynamic leading to an environment where nefarious activity - from drug use to sexual assault - is able to thrive.