George Bellows' lithograph "Initiation in the Frat" depicts a chaotic scene of hazing within a college fraternity, capturing the crude physicality and social dynamics of early 20th century American college life. The work exemplifies Bellows' characteristic energetic line work and bold compositional structure, using the medium of lithography to convey movement and psychological intensity. The print reflects Bellows' interest in documenting contemporary social scenes and institutional practices, rendered with his distinctive expressionistic style.