Cornell bans fraternity parties for the rest of the academic year amid investigation into alleged sexual assault

Cornell University has suspended all fraternity social events for the remainder of the academic year following public outcry over a 2024 sexual assault allegation. President Michael I. Kotlikoff announced the university will hire specialized investigators and expand the Office of Civil Rights to address systemic issues. The move follows a civil lawsuit filed by a former student, Jane Doe, against the university, a fraternity, a sorority, and seven former students. While the local district attorney previously declined to file criminal charges, New York Governor Kathy Hochul has appointed the state Attorney General to oversee the case, and an independent review of campus misconduct procedures will be led by Sally Yates.

Cornell University has suspended all fraternity social events for the remainder of the academic year following public outcry over a 2024 sexual assault allegation. President Michael I. Kotlikoff announced the university will hire specialized investigators and expand the Office of Civil Rights to address systemic issues. The move follows a civil lawsuit filed by a former student, Jane Doe, against the university, a fraternity, a sorority, and seven former students. While the local district attorney previously declined to file criminal charges, New York Governor Kathy Hochul has appointed the state Attorney General to oversee the case, and an independent review of campus misconduct procedures will be led by Sally Yates.