Arizona University Suspends All Fraternity Activities Amid Misconduct Probe

The University of Arizona has suspended all activities for its 21 fraternity chapters. ## What Happened The pause, announced in a letter from Dean of Students Chrissy Lieberman, applies to every fraternity on campus. The university said nearly half of the chapters are under investigation for physical assault, hazing and misuse of drugs or alcohol. The Dean’s office set three mandatory meetings – on Tuesday, Wednesday and Oct. 12 – that each chapter adviser must attend. Advisors who attend and are in good standing can have their chapters resume activity, with quarterly follow‑up meetings required. ## Reaction President Suresh Garimella met fraternity presidents over the summer, calling the recent behavior “unacceptable” and warning that the school will not tolerate violations that put students at risk. The letter also quoted the dean saying the number and seriousness of the cases is “egregious.” University spokesman Nick Prevenas declined comment on the criminal investigations, and Tucson police said they were unaware of recent fraternity cases. ## What’s Next Fraternities remain barred from hosting, sponsoring or taking part in any organization events until their advisers meet the dean and pass the follow‑up checks. The dean’s office said it has reached capacity for handling reports, but will continue to investigate new complaints. ## Context The move comes as Greek life across the country faces heightened scrutiny after high‑profile cases such as the Cornell University lawsuit over a 2024 alleged gang‑rape.