WVU Suspends Fraternity Related To Hazing, Reprimands Three More

West Virginia University has suspended Delta Chi fraternity in connection with a hazing incident, the school said.

West Virginia University has suspended Delta Chi fraternity in connection with a hazing incident, the school said.

The fraternity’s international headquarters also removed its recognition of the local chapter, WVU said. The university suspension is for three years.

The hazing incident was reported in February. The chapter may apply for reinstatement after August 2025.

The school also reprimanded three other fraternities related to fighting and violations of the school’s Student Conduct Code.

Phi Sigma Phi received a disciplinary reprimand and its national headquarters placed it on probation. Phi Kappa Psi and Sigma Nu also received disciplinary reprimands. Each fraternity must participate in educational programming, including de-escalation training, the university said.

Delta Chi Chapter at Marshall Suspended After Hazing Probe

A Marshall University fraternity has been suspended after investigations into alleged hazing.

The Herald-Dispatch reports that The Delta Chi Fraternity Inc. said Thursday that the Marshall chapter’s charter has been suspended. The university also has suspended the chapter.

The actions were taken after the national fraternity and the university both investigated an anonymous tip of a hazing incident that took place at the fraternity’s house on Sept. 20. Neither organization would disclose details of the incident.

Carla Lapelle, interim dean of student affairs, said no students were injured in the incident and that alcohol was not involved. She said the chapter is appealing the suspension.

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