Editor’s Note: This story includes mention of sexual assault. Resources are available here.
The IU chapter of fraternity Phi Sigma Kappa was placed on cease and desist Friday for “endangering others,” according to the Office of Student Life’s list of organizations on disciplinary status. All organization activities are suspended until further notice.
Phi Sigma Kappa was previously on disciplinary probation from Sept. 17, 2021, through June 17, 2022, for alcohol, endangering others, failure to comply with university and county COVID-19 directives and non-compliance with the Office of Sorority and Fraternity Life policies.
The organization was under probation again from June 17, 2022, through Dec. 17, 2022, for failing to comply with the directions of university officials in the performance of their duties and not complying with OSFL policies. This probation was extended through June 1, 2023.
Phi Sigma Kappa is the first organization subject to discipline since IU’s Interfraternity Council and Panhellenic Association announced the suspension of all Greek social events from March 5-24.
Five hazing incidents and one rape were reported by the Office of Student Conduct after the IFC and PHA’s announcement of the Greek life suspension. Although the incidents took place before the suspension.
There are now 15 organizations on disciplinary status, cease and desist or suspension.
Beta Sigma Psi fraternity was previously placed under cease and desist Feb. 28, 2025, and Sigma Chi fraternity was given the designation Nov. 5, 2024.
A list of resources is available here if you or someone you know has experienced sexual harassment or abuse.
