WSU Greek Leadership Bans Parties After Falls on Greek Row

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Washington State University's Interfraternity and Panhellenic Executive Councils have issued a joint order banning parties at fraternities and sororities for at least two weeks following two recent falls on Greek Row. The order requires all Greek life organizations to submit new 'fall-from-heights' mitigation plans before being allowed to host parties again.

Why it matters

The temporary party ban and new safety requirements come after two separate incidents where men were injured in high falls from buildings on WSU's Greek Row. The university is taking proactive steps to address safety concerns and prevent further incidents within the Greek life community.

The details

The Interfraternity and Panhellenic Executive Councils issued the joint order on Wednesday, banning all Greek Row parties until at least March 8th. After that, chapters may be allowed to host parties again if they meet the new requirements from the executive councils, which include submitting revised 'fall-from-heights' mitigation plans.

• Since the start of the semester, two men have been injured in high falls from buildings on WSU's Greek Row.
• The party ban was issued on Wednesday, February 26, 2026.
• The ban is in effect until at least March 8, 2026.

What’s next

After the two-week party ban, fraternities and sororities will need to submit new 'fall-from-heights' mitigation plans in order to be allowed to host parties again.