Cornell suspends fraternity parties after gang rape allegations

Summary

Cornell University suspended or banned fraternity parties after allegations of a gang rape on campus in 2024, according to reports published Oct. 13 and 14. RTÉ reports that parties and social events at fraternity houses are prohibited until the end of the academic year. The Globe and Mail says the university will give New York State Police a role in investigating campus sex crimes, while CBC reports the alleged gang rape has fueled continued calls for action.

Timeline

1. The Globe and Mail

   13 Oct 2026, 17:46 UTCSource ↗

   The Globe and Mail reports Cornell will give New York State Police a role in investigating sex crimes on campus as the investigation continues.

2. CBC

   13 Oct 2026, 18:32 UTCSource ↗

   CBC reports Cornell suspended all fraternity parties as an alleged gang rape fueled continued calls for action.

3. Deutsche Welle

   13 Oct 2026, 22:58 UTCSource ↗

   Deutsche Welle reports Cornell suspended fraternity parties after a gang rape case.

4. RTÉ

   14 Oct 2026, 00:06 UTCSource ↗

   RTÉ reports Cornell will ban parties and social events at fraternity houses until the end of the academic year, responding to an outcry over an alleged gang rape on campus in 2024.

5. BBC

   14 Oct 2026, 11:08 UTCSource ↗

   BBC reports Cornell banned all fraternity parties over gang sex-assault allegations.

6. France 24

   14 Oct 2026, 13:55 UTCSource ↗

   France 24 reports Cornell University banned fraternity parties after an alleged gang rape.