Cornell University bans fraternity parties after alleged gang rape

A rally at Cornell University in support of Jane Doe. The gathering at the elite institution on Tuesday comes as it faces heavy criticism from students and faculty over its response to a 2024 sexual assault allegation. Jane Doe claims she was raped by seven students after she had consumed alcohol and drugs. Kentucky is not an invitation. The invitation is not a license to rape. The alleged 2024 gang rape reportedly took place here at the Kai-Fi residence. While some students want fraternities gone entirely, Cornell announced it would be banning parties at frat residences until the end of the year. The move is unlikely to calm anger against the Ivy League school, which has been blamed by university officials for tolerating a culture of sexual violence. Since state authorities reopened the case in September, New York's governor has appointed a special prosecutor citing shortfalls in protecting the alleged victim when the initial claims were made. Cornell says it will work with state police to investigate incidents and accelerate recommendations put forward by a sexual violence task force. A survey conducted by the university last year showed that 35% of undergrad women reported experiencing non-consensual sexual contact involving force or incapacitation since starting school.