# Cornell cancels homecoming concert

> Cornell University cancels homecoming concert after sexual assault lawsuit.
- Title: Cornell cancels homecoming concert · Billboard | Shortify
- Summary: Cornell University cancels homecoming concert after sexual assault lawsuit. Cornell University canceled its homecoming concert following backlash over…
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- Source: Billboard — https://billboard.com/music/music-news/cornell-cancels-homecoming-concert-sexual-assault-case-1236358709
- Author: Mitchell Peters
- Published: 2026-10-11T17:26:32+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: cornell university, homecoming concert, sexual assault, jane doe, chi phi fraternity, rainn
## Cornell cancels homecoming concert
Cornell University canceled its homecoming concert featuring Between Friends on Oct. 17 at Barton Hall in Ithaca, New York.
## Lawsuit against Cornell and Chi Phi fraternity
A woman identified as Jane Doe filed a lawsuit in September alleging sexual assault by seven Chi Phi fraternity members at a party in October 2024.
## Cornell commits to review
Cornell President Michael I. Kotlikoff pledged an independent review of the university's handling of the case, with Sally Yates leading the investigation.
## Charity event for survivors
The Cornell Concert Commission organized a charity event to support sexual violence prevention, with all proceeds benefiting RAINN.
## Key takeaway

Cornell University canceled its homecoming concert following backlash over handling of a sexual assault lawsuit filed by Jane Doe against Cornell and Chi Phi fraternity members.