The University of Central Florida has suspended two fraternities, Sigma Chi and Delta Upsilon, after serious hazing allegations surfaced. The suspensions were imposed following reports of dangerous and degrading hazing rituals, including allegations that Sigma Chi fraternity brothers hit pledges with a car. The incidents occurred on and off-campus, with one involving a hit-and-run incident. Both fraternities are now under investigation by the UCF Police for felony hazing that could result in injury or death. This is not the first time Sigma Chi has faced disciplinary action, having been suspended multiple times in recent years, including for incidents such as blindfolding a pledge and forcing drug use. The national chapters of both fraternities have also temporarily suspended them.
The suspensions come in the wake of last month’s action against Phi Gamma Delta for alleged antisemitism. University officials have denounced hazing in all forms and are committed to holding individuals and organizations accountable for jeopardizing student safety and well-being. The fraternity suspensions prohibit them from all on- and off-campus activities, including recruitment and social events. The investigations into the hazing incidents are ongoing, and it is unclear how long the suspensions will last or what disciplinary actions the fraternities may face. The university’s Greek system has been under scrutiny in recent years, with concerns growing about a hazing culture on campus.
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