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Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Jan. 26, 2005 printed issue of The Orion with the headline “Drinking nearly cost pledge’s life.” The article discusses investigations of Chico State’s Sigma Chi fraternity after a pledge nearly died from alcohol consumption. Accessed through The Orion Archives on April 13.

Chico State’s hazing history: pledge deaths, alcohol poisoning and more

Grace Stark, News Editor // April 16, 2024

For years, Chico State’s Greek life has been hit with hazing investigations, loss of affiliation and temporary suspensions due to violations of Fraternity and Sorority Affairs Policies and Procedures....

The Sigma Pi fraternity house on a quiet Monday morning in Chico. Taken by Molly Myers on Feb. 26.

Sigma Pi loses university recognition after hazing investigation

Molly Myers, Managing Editor // March 11, 2024

Fraternity Sigma Pi is no longer recognized by Chico State — as announced Monday — after undergoing a hazing investigation that started in late February. The investigation began shortly after rush...

Photo of the Notice of Investigative Outcome letters issued to Delta Chi and Lambda Sigma Gamma taken by Molly Myers, Feb. 24, 2024.

Hazing documents revealed: Chico State warns against unrecognized Greek organizations

Jessica Miller and Molly Myers // February 24, 2024

“Hazing, or conspiracy to haze.” These words mark the Notice of Investigative Outcome letters issued to Delta Chi fraternity and Lambda Sigma Gamma sorority last spring.  Chico State Risk Management...

The Phi Delta Theta house. Photo taken April 27 by Ariana Powell.

Chico Greek life hit with suspension: probation following hazing investigations

Molly Myers, Managing Editor // August 10, 2023

After investigations into reports of hazing, sorority Lambda Sigma Gamma is suspended from Chico State for four years.  This means the sorority is no longer recognized by Chico State. Fraternity...

Picture of Phi Delta Theta fraternity sign

More hazing investigations: Phi Delta Theta and Lambda Sigma Gamma

Ariana Powell, City Editor // April 17, 2023

Chico State fraternity Phi Delta Theta and sorority Lambda Sigma Gamma, are being actively investigated regarding hazing incidents, said Andrew Staples, Chico State’s public relations manager.  This...

The Delta Chi house April 10. Hours after having their chapter revoked the lights on their letters remain lit. Photo taken by Molly Myers.

Delta Chi’s hazing history

Ariana Powell, City Editor // April 14, 2023

Hazing is not new at Chico State. The latest offense comes from the fraternity Delta Chi. Chico State became aware of Delta Chi’s hazing rituals after an incident report form was submitted to the Student...

The Delta Chi house April 10. Hours after having their chapter revoked the lights on their letters remain lit. Photo taken by Molly Myers.

Fraternity Delta Chi loses charter following hazing incident report

Ariana Powell and Molly Myers // April 10, 2023

Chico State Delta Chi chapter lost its charter following a hazing incident report submitted to the Student Conduct, Rights and Responsibilities office in March. The incident report included allegations...

Grey house on a cloudy day with a red truck in front. Greek letters in red on the house

Fraternity Delta Chi under investigation after hazing incident report

Ariana Powell, City Editor // April 7, 2023

Chico State Delta Chi fraternity chapter has been issued a cease and desist letter following allegations of hazing, according to Kendall Ross, interim director of Student Life and Leadership and director...

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