IU expands Greek life sanctions as Phi Kappa Psi joins list of fraternities on cease-and-desist

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Indiana University has expanded its disciplinary actions against Greek organizations, with Phi Kappa Psi becoming the latest fraternity placed on cease-and-desist status as of Oct. 6, 2026.

The addition of Phi Kappa Psi brings the number of fraternities under immediate suspension to three in the last month, joining Kappa Sigma and Alpha Epsilon Pi. According to the university’s Office of Student Life, the most recent orders follow allegations of hazing and alcohol violations.

Under a cease-and-desist order, all organizational activities—including social events, recruitment, and chapter meetings—must stop immediately while university officials conduct a formal investigation.

The latest investigations

The university’s “Status of Organizations” dashboard reflects a tightening of oversight on the Bloomington campus:

• Phi Kappa Psi (Indiana Beta chapter): Placed on cease-and-desist for accusations involving hazing and alcohol.
• Kappa Sigma (Nu Beta chapter): Remains on cease-and-desist following September accusations of hazing.
• Alpha Epsilon Pi (Beta Iota chapter): Remains on cease-and-desist following September accusations of hazing.

While specific details of the incidents have not been released, university officials confirmed that the investigations are being handled with “the highest level of urgency.”

Broader crackdown on campus

The disciplinary actions extend beyond these three houses. Sigma Alpha Epsilon also recently faced a cease-and-desist order for hazing, while several other organizations remain on long-term probation or suspension:

• Alpha Phi Alpha: On suspension through fall 2026 for hazing and other code of conduct violations.
• Kappa Alpha Psi: On deferred suspension through May 2025.
• Delta Upsilon: Currently under investigation for reported non-compliance with university health and safety policies.
• Sigma Phi Epsilon and Theta Chi: Both remain on disciplinary probation through the end of the academic year.

University and student response

In a statement, Indiana University emphasized its commitment to student safety and a zero-tolerance policy for hazing.

“The safety of our students is our top priority,” a university spokesperson said. “We expect all student organizations to uphold the values of Indiana University. When those standards are not met, we will take necessary action to ensure a safe environment.”

Students and parents are encouraged to monitor the IU Bloomington Status of Organizations page for real-time updates as these investigations continue.