Cornell president admits not following up on a gang rape allegation before a no-confidence vote
Cornell University suspended all fraternity parties and events for the remainder of the 2026-27 academic year. A former student alleges she was sexually assaulted by seven members of the Chi Phi fraternity. The university appointed former prosecutor Sally Yates to assess its response to rape allegations. New York state police will investigate reports of sexual assault on campus.
- Cornell University suspended all fraternity parties and events for the remainder of the 2026-27 academic year.
- New York Governor Kathy Hochul appointed Letitia James as a special prosecutor to investigate the case.
- Cornell University President Michael Kotlikoff knew of a student's gang rape report in 2024.
- Cornell University plans to improve support for sexual assault survivors.
- A university survey in 2025 showed 35 percent of undergraduate women reported experiencing non-consensual sexual contact.
- A civil lawsuit was filed against Cornell and seven students regarding sexual assault.
- An independent review led by Sally Yates will examine Cornell's policies on these issues.
- A former student alleges she was sexually assaulted by members of the Chi Phi chapter.
- New York state police will investigate reports of sexual assault on campus.
- Jane Doe alleges she was drugged with ketamine and sexually assaulted by seven members of the Chi Phi fraternity.
- None of the men named in the lawsuit have been criminally charged.
- An external investigation is examining the university's handling of the case.
- Michael Kotlikoff said the university has a zero tolerance policy for violating the new directive.
- Cornell appointed Sally Yates to review how the school responds to sexual harassment and assault.
- The university president stated the measures allow time for an in-depth review of fraternity life.
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