Tulane Fraternities Face Disciplinary Action

Sigma Chi and Kappa Sigma under scrutiny for policy violations

Jan. 28, 2026 at 9:47pm

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Tulane University has suspended several fraternities over the past year for failing to adhere to university regulations. The latest to face disciplinary action are Sigma Chi and Kappa Sigma, with Kappa Sigma currently under interim suspension pending an investigation into alleged violations of university and organizational policies, and Sigma Chi serving sanctions for hosting an unregistered event.

Why it matters

Fraternity conduct has drawn renewed attention on Tulane's campus in recent weeks following a lawsuit alleging that another fraternity, Phi Kappa Sigma, hazed a student in spring 2025, causing him to suffer a concussion and long-term neurological damage. The suspensions and sanctions highlight ongoing issues with Greek life at the university and the need for stronger oversight and accountability.

The details

Kappa Sigma has faced multiple penalties in the past, including arrests of members on drug charges in 2013, hazing and alcohol misuse in 2016, and closure in 2017 following repeated conduct violations. The fraternity was reestablished on campus in 2021. Sigma Chi is serving sanctions as a result of hosting an unregistered event in fall 2025, which violates university guidelines requiring student organization-sponsored events with alcohol to be registered with the university at least three weeks in advance.

  • Kappa Sigma was reestablished on campus in 2021.
  • Sigma Chi hosted an unregistered event in fall 2025.
  • A student alleged hazing by Phi Kappa Sigma in spring 2025.

The players

Tulane University

A private research university located in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Sigma Chi

A fraternity at Tulane University that is currently serving sanctions for hosting an unregistered event.

Kappa Sigma

A fraternity at Tulane University that is currently under interim suspension pending an investigation into alleged violations of university and organizational policies.

Phi Kappa Sigma

A fraternity at Tulane University that is under interim suspension pending a university investigation into hazing allegations.

Mike Strecker

A spokesperson for Tulane University.

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What they’re saying

“Kappa Sigma is currently under interim suspension pending an investigation into alleged violations of university and organizational policies.”

— Mike Strecker, Tulane University Spokesperson (The Tulane Hullabaloo)

What’s next

The university will continue its investigations into the alleged violations by Kappa Sigma and Phi Kappa Sigma, and determine appropriate disciplinary actions.

The takeaway

The suspensions and sanctions against Tulane fraternities highlight the ongoing challenges the university faces in addressing issues of misconduct and accountability within its Greek life community. This latest incident underscores the need for stronger oversight and enforcement of university policies to ensure the safety and well-being of all students.