The UI fraternity is under investigation for alleged hazing

The University of Iowa’s Alpha Delta Phi chapter has been ordered to suspend all activities pending a hazing investigation after police discovered several dozen pledges blindfolded in the basement of the fraternity’s home, resulting in one arrest .

According to a news release, UI Police, Iowa City Police and the Iowa City Fire Department responded to a fire alarm early Friday morning when they discovered the pledges in the basement.

One person, whose name has not been released, was arrested and charged with interference with official acts. The release states the person is not a UI student and does not live in the fraternity house.

The UI Office of Student Accountability has launched an investigation into the incident and has ordered the president of Alpha Delta Phi to suspend all fraternity operations.

The press release also states that, in light of the allegations, the national Alpha Delta Phi chapter has suspended its charter until further notice. Alpha Delta Phi has more than 90 members and 20 new members as of spring 2024, according to the UI website.

UI’s media relations team was not immediately available for additional comment.

Alpha Sigma Phi is the first UI suspended Greek Life organization since Sigma Chi in 2022.

According to the release, the UI offered services to the students involved in the event. The UI encourages anyone with information to contact the UI Police Department.