Cornell students question response to fraternity rape allegations

Summary

Cornell students say the university is focusing on scapegoating fraternities rather than committing to institutional change after suspending parties and social gatherings at fraternity houses for the rest of the academic year. This follows earlier reports of the suspension after allegations of a gang rape on campus in 2024. The Guardian reports that a former student sued Cornell and others last month, accusing seven Chi Phi members of sexually assaulting her at a fraternity party; the men named in the suit have denied wrongdoing, and none have been criminally charged.

Timeline

1. The Guardian

   17 Oct 2026, 11:00 UTCSource ↗

   The Guardian reports that Cornell students question whether suspending fraternity gatherings addresses the allegations, saying the school is scapegoating fraternities rather than committing to institutional change.