From The Straits Times · · 1m
Cornell president vows 'serious look' at fraternities, sororities
Cornell president commits to reviewing fraternities after rape allegations.
In brief
Cornell president commits to reviewing fraternities after rape allegations. Cornell University will examine fraternities and sororities following a student's 2024 rape allegations by Chi Phi fraternity members. Originally reported by The Straits Times.
Cornell president vows review
Cornell University President Michael Kotlikoff said the school will examine fraternities and sororities after a student's 2024 rape allegations by Chi Phi fraternity members.
“Cornell University will examine the role of fraternities and sororities on campus following an outcry over the school's handling of a student's rape allegations”
Lawsuit filed against Cornell
A civil lawsuit alleges the woman was drugged and raped in 2024 by Chi Phi fraternity members, claiming Cornell failed to adequately punish accused students.
“the woman, who alleges she was drugged and raped in 2024 by several members of the Chi Phi fraternity”
University response
Cornell barred Chi Phi fraternity from campus and imposed expulsions, but President Kotlikoff said they must do better and find answers for the community.
“Cornell has defended its handling of the matter, saying it launched a comprehensive investigation and barred the Chi Phi fraternity from campus”
President's commitment
President Kotlikoff vowed to be more transparent about actions related to the 2024 incident and create opportunities for community questions in coming weeks.
“In the coming weeks, we will create additional opportunities for members of our community to ask questions and hear directly from university leadership”
State officials involved
New York state officials appointed a special prosecutor to investigate the case, reigniting scrutiny of how universities handle sexual assault complaints.
“It has also drawn the attention of New York state officials, who have appointed a special prosecutor to investigate”
What matters most
Cornell University will examine fraternities and sororities following a student's 2024 rape allegations by Chi Phi fraternity members.
