Fraternity suspended until 2030 after hazing investigation

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WBRC/Gray News) - A University of Alabama fraternity has been suspended for nearly four years.

According to a report on the university’s End Hazing website, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.’s Eta Chi chapter will not be recognized by the university through May 2030.

The report cites an investigation that found seven people hazed new members,

The report continued, stating that members were subjected to verbal and physical abuse, which included forcing or coercing the members into participating in acts of personal servitude, physical discomfort, illegal activities and degrading activities.

The report claimed these activities led to some members being hurt while alleging new members were denied privileges and provided alcohol and drugs.

The incident was said to have occurred off campus in September 2025 and was reported through an anti-hazing hotline nearly a month later.

The report noted an investigation was resolved in May. No arrests were made.

The University of Alabama and Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.’s national headquarters did not immediately respond to a request for comment regarding the situation.