Cornell president vows ‘serious look’ at fraternities in wake of rape allegations
Cornell University president Michael Kotlikoff announced a comprehensive review of fraternities and sororities following a civil lawsuit alleging the school failed to adequately punish students involved in a 2024 rape. The lawsuit, filed by a woman who claims she was drugged and assaulted by members of the Chi Phi fraternity, has sparked significant outrage and scrutiny regarding the university's campus culture. In response, the university pledged to increase transparency and seek community input to strengthen individual accountability while preserving the positive aspects of Greek life.
- ▪A civil lawsuit alleges that Cornell University failed to adequately punish seven fraternity members accused of drugging and raping a student in 2024.
- ▪President Michael Kotlikoff stated that the university will conduct a serious examination of the role of fraternities and sororities in campus life.
- ▪The accused men have denied all wrongdoing, while Cornell defended its actions by noting it barred the Chi Phi fraternity and imposed disciplinary measures including expulsions.
- ▪New York state officials have appointed a special prosecutor to investigate the incident, adding to the legal and administrative scrutiny of the case.
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The lawsuit against Cornell, seven fraternity members and others, alleges that the school failed to adequately punish some of the accused students. Photograph: Lauren Petracca/ReutersView image in fullscreenThe lawsuit against Cornell, seven fraternity members and others, alleges that the school failed to adequately punish some of the accused students. Photograph: Lauren Petracca/ReutersUS universitiesCornell president vows ‘serious look’ at fraternities in wake of rape allegationsIvy League school promises action after woman alleged she was drugged and raped by members of Chi Phi fraternityReutersSun 4 Oct 2026 05.43 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleCornell University will examine the role of fraternities and sororities on campus after an outcry over the school’s handling of a…
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