EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) – The University of Evansville has announced that one of its longtime fraternity chapters is closing.

According to Chief Communications Officer Noah Alatza, the Phi Mu Fraternity National Office has voted to suspend operations for the Delta Lambda chapter.

In a statement to the media, school officials say the decision was made due to declining membership.

The suspension will take effect next month. You can read the full statement below.

“The University of Evansville has been informed that the National Office of Phi Mu Fraternity, a member organization of the National Panhellenic Conference, has voted to suspend operations for Delta Lambda Chapter due to declining membership. It will enter into force on December 12, 2024.

We are saddened by this outcome and wish to express our deep gratitude for the chapter’s many contributions over the years. Phi Mu has played a significant role in supporting academic excellence, fostering leadership, and increasing community involvement within our university and the city of Evansville. Since 1952, more than 1,400 UE students have been initiated into the Delta Lambda Chapter of Phi Mu. We are grateful to all the students and alumni who have dedicated themselves to this chapter, the UE community, and the greater Evansville community throughout its history.

The Chapter will be given the opportunity to appeal the National’s decision. Current Phi Mu members of the Delta Lambda chapter will be offered early graduate status. The University will continue to provide support to current members and will always proudly recognize alumni from this chapter.

The University of Evansville Greek Life community continues to be a vibrant and integral part of campus life. The university remains committed to supporting Greek life chapters as they foster personal growth, create a sense of belonging, develop essential leadership skills, and facilitate lifelong connections with each other, their alma mater, and the values ​​of their organizations.”

– Noah Alatza, Chief Communications Officer for the University of Evansville

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