Cornell University has taken steps in response to nationwide criticism over a sexual assault lawsuit, the university president has announced.
President Michael Kotlikoff said all fraternity parties have been banned for the rest of the academic year and added that “experienced, trauma-informed criminal investigators” will be brought in to look into sexual assault allegations.
‘We must meet this moment by acknowledging where we have fallen short and taking meaningful action.’
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He specifically apologized for the harm allegedly suffered by the accuser in a 2024 incident involving several members of the Chi Phi fraternity.
“These are first steps toward systemic change on our campus,” said Kotlikoff in a statement dated Tuesday. “Cornell must be a place where safety is not an open question. I am committed to doing that work
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