As of April 9, fraternities Delta Tau Delta and Phi Kappa Sigma are under interim suspension while Tulane University investigates allegations of hazing, according to spokesperson Mike Strecker. 

“The health, safety and well-being of students is our highest priority, and we have robust training and resources dedicated to preventing hazing in all forms,” Strecker said. “We take these matters seriously and will continue to uphold our community standards as the investigative process moves forward.” 

It is unclear how long the investigation and suspension will last, and the university has not shared any details of the allegations. 

Tulane’s hazing policy currently prohibits any “acts of servitude and/or behavior that humiliates, degrades, embarrasses, harasses, or ridicules an individual, or otherwise is harmful or potentially harmful to an individual’s physical, emotional, or psychological well-being.” 

If the fraternities or any individuals are found responsible for hazing, they will face fines up to $10,000 or imprisonment of up to five years, per Louisiana law. 

Other possible sanctions for the organization include engaging in hazing workshops, fees, loss of social privileges and new member intake, and loss of campus recognition. 

Six fraternities have been derecognized in recent years due to violations of the Student Code of Conduct, meaning they are no longer recognized by Tulane as organizations under university purview. 

A representative from Phi Kappa Sigma declined to comment. Delta Tau Delta did not respond for immediate comment on the investigations.