University of Arizona Halts All Fraternity Activities Amid Egregious Misconduct Allegations
Dean of Students cites 'egregious' number and severity of reports, including hazing and assault, leading to investigations of nearly half of IFC chapters.
The University of Arizona has suspended all activities for its Interfraternity Council (IFC) chapters following an “egregious” surge in misconduct reports, according to an internal memo. The university has initiated investigations into approximately half of its 21 IFC chapters due to allegations of physical assault, hazing, drug and alcohol abuse, and the creation of unsafe environments.
Dean of Students Chrissy Lieberman stated in the memo that the volume and severity of the cases are unprecedented, with some investigations involving potential criminal probes. The Dean of Students Office has reached its investigative capacity, prompting the broad suspension.
"The number of cases under investigation and the severity of the concerns is egregious," Lieberman wrote. She added that the investigations will impact the chapters' ability to host events, participate in philanthropy, and conduct new member education.
Effective immediately, all organized activities for IFC chapters are halted. This includes hosting, attending, sponsoring, or participating in any group events. The suspension will remain in effect until representatives from each chapter meet with Lieberman for mandatory quarterly advisor meetings. Chapters must return to good standing before any events can be registered.
Lieberman noted that several chapters were already on disciplinary status for violating the university's code of conduct during the spring 2026 semester. She emphasized that the Greek experience is under scrutiny nationwide and called for the University of Arizona's Greek community to set a positive example.
"It is time for the University of Arizona Greek community to step up and set an example for good. It is time to have difficult conversations with each other and the members of the community," Lieberman wrote. "You have a part in what happens next. The time for change is now."
The university administration and campus police department have committed to taking swift remedial and interim actions to hold chapters and members accountable. The Post has reached out to the IFC president for comment.