Tulane University Community Mourns Passing of Phi Gamma Delta Brother Lachlan May

NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana — The Tulane University community and the New Orleans area are grieving the passing of undergraduate student Lachlan May, a cherished brother of the Phi Gamma Delta (Fiji) fraternity's Sigma Chapter.

May’s death was announced on Friday, October 2, 2026, leaving fraternity brothers, classmates, faculty, and close friends across the Uptown campus facing profound shock and sadness. As an active member of the Sigma Chapter, May was known as an engaged, supportive, and dedicated student leader who formed strong bonds with peers across the university campus.

Official Status and Campus Support

Tulane University officials and Greek Life representatives have acknowledged May’s passing, extending privacy and support to his grieving family.

Details regarding the specific circumstances surrounding May’s passing or formal medical releases have been withheld out of respect for family privacy. In response to the loss, Tulane University Student Affairs, Case Management and Support Services, and campus counseling centers have activated grief support services and walk-in mental health resources for fraternity members, students, and affected faculty. Formal announcements regarding public visitation, memorial services on campus, or family-designated memorial funds will be released once finalized by his surviving family.

Community Tributes and Greek Life Mourning

News of Lachlan May’s passing has prompted a widespread outpouring of condolences, tributes, and mutual support across the Tulane Greek Life and student communities.

Fraternity brothers and classmates gathered to pay tribute to May, honoring his friendship, positive spirit, and meaningful impact on the campus community. Heartfelt sympathies, prayers, and ongoing support continue to be extended to his family, fraternity brothers, and friends during this time of grief.