Two banned frats are back on LSU campus, one several years early. The process raises questions

Two fraternities are returning to LSU’s campus this fall semester after being banned due to hazing incidents. One of them is back four years earlier than its suspension initially stipulated.

In 2019, LSU found Pi Kappa Phi and Delta Kappa Epsilon responsible for violating the LSU Code of Student Conduct, which led to their suspension. Violations included hazing, coercive behavior and failure to comply with university rules.

DKE was to be suspended until May 2029, but LSU permitted an early return this year. The fraternity was well-known, many in Greek circles said at the time of its suspension, for skirting the line with intense hazing and controversial gameday banners.

Over the past few months, DKE International said it has worked closely with LSU’s Greek Life staff and the dean of students to ensure its return is built on a strong foundation…

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