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Cornell suspends frat parties after rape allegations
Cornell University pauses fraternity parties following gang rape claims.
In brief
Cornell University pauses fraternity parties following gang rape claims. Cornell University suspended all fraternity parties for the rest of the school year after a former student alleged gang rape at a Chi Phi fraternity house in 2024. Originally reported by ABC7 New York.
Cornell suspends frat parties
Cornell University suspended all fraternity parties and social events for the rest of the school year.
Allegations of gang rape
A former student identified as Jane Doe alleged gang rape at a Chi Phi fraternity house in 2024.
University president response
President Michael Kotlikoff called the campus culture of alcohol and drug abuse deeply troubling.
Faculty vote preparation
The faculty is preparing to vote on no confidence in the university administration.
Civil lawsuit filed
Jane Doe filed a civil lawsuit against the men and university alleging drugging and rape.
Next steps for campus
Cornell will add staff for sexual misconduct reports and engage New York State Police for investigations.
The key point
Cornell University suspended all fraternity parties for the rest of the school year after a former student alleged gang rape at a Chi Phi fraternity house in 2024.
