Sexual assault reported at frat house near University of Chicago

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Oct 15 Morning

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The Guardian - World News23h ago

Sexual assault reported at frat house near University of Chicago

A 21-year-old woman reported being sexually assaulted at the off-campus Alpha Epsilon Pi fraternity house near the University of Chicago early Sunday morning. She stated she was found partially undressed in a bathroom with a semi-nude man, and that a group had initially blocked her friends from entering. University officials have identified a person of interest who is not a student and has been banned from campus; no one is in custody, and Chicago police are investigating. A spokesperson for the fraternity stated there is no evidence its members participated in or were aware of the assault, and they offered assistance to the victim. This incident occurs amid renewed national scrutiny of Greek life, following a reported gang rape at a Cornell University fraternity and similar actions taken by the University of Arizona and Cornell to suspend fraternity activities due to misconduct allegations.

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A 21-year-old woman reported being sexually assaulted last weekend at a fraternity house near the University of Chicago.

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A person of interest has been identified and banned from campus; they are not a student.

— university officials

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The fraternity spokesperson stated there is no evidence its members participated in or were aware of the assault.

— Jonathan Pierce, spokesperson for the fraternity

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Cornell University suspended all fraternity parties following a report of a gang-rape at one of its fraternity houses.

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The University of Arizona halted all fraternity activity due to hazing and assault allegations.

Oct 13 Evening

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Al Jazeera2d ago

Cornell suspends fraternity parties after alleged campus gang rape case

Cornell University has suspended all fraternity parties and social events for the remainder of the academic year, through the 2026-27 school year. This decision, announced Tuesday by President Michael I. Kotlikoff, follows allegations of a campus gang rape at a fraternity house in 2024, brought to light by a civil lawsuit. The university is implementing a "zero-tolerance" policy, with immediate emergency suspensions for any fraternity chapter violating the ban. Additionally, Cornell will transfer the investigation of sex crimes on campus from university police to the New York State Police, aiming to reform the handling of sexual abuse cases and rebuild community trust. A dedicated case manager will also be added to the Office of Civil Rights to support survivors.

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BBC News - World2d ago

Cornell bans all fraternity parties over gang sex assault allegations

Cornell University has banned all fraternity parties for the remainder of the academic year in response to backlash over its handling of an alleged sexual assault. The decision follows a lawsuit filed by a woman, identified as Jane Doe, who claims she was drugged and raped by multiple men at a fraternity house party in 2024. Cornell's president, Michael Kotlikoff, expressed deep sorrow for the victim's suffering and acknowledged the university's shortcomings in ensuring student safety. Doe's lawsuit aims to improve Cornell's response to abuse claims. The ban addresses concerns about women's safety on campus and reflects a broader history of fraternities being associated with excessive partying and dangerous rituals.

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South China Morning Post2d ago

Cornell suspends frat parties after alleged gang rape

Cornell University has suspended all fraternity parties and social events for the remainder of the academic year. This decision follows an alleged gang rape incident at a campus fraternity, Chi Phi, which was detailed in a lawsuit filed last month. The lawsuit claims the accuser was pressured to take ketamine and subsequently assaulted and raped by seven fraternity members. The university's action comes amid accusations that it has not adequately addressed the incident or punished those involved. The suspension impacts fraternities at the New York-based Ivy League institution.

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Cornell University suspended fraternities' parties and social events for the remaining academic year.

— Cornell University

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The suspension followed outcry over an alleged gang rape at a fraternity.

— Cornell University

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Cornell University has suspended fraternity parties for the academic year and will give the New York State Police a role in investigating sex crimes on campus.

— Cornell University

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The blanket suspension of all parties and social events at fraternity houses will last through the 2026-27 school year.

— Cornell University

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Any fraternity chapter that breaks the ban will face an immediate freeze.

— Michael I Kotlikoff

Oct 13 Morning

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Al Jazeera3d ago

Why the Cornell gang rape case has raised concerns about fraternity culture

The Cornell University chapter of Chi Phi fraternity was closed in 2024 following allegations of gang rape. A civil lawsuit filed by "Jane Doe" accuses the fraternity and seven members of gang raping her during a 2024 party, with the sorority and Cornell University also named as co-defendants. The lawsuit claims fraternities perpetuate sexual assault and abuse despite being promoted as pathways to success. Experts suggest that while fraternities offer community, some use hazing and coercion to build loyalty. Historically, fraternities have evolved from emphasizing intellect to valuing athleticism, sexual success, and recklessness, with loyalty to the brotherhood often leading to the concealment of rule-breaking or illegal activities.

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Cornell University’s chapter of the Chi Phi fraternity has been closed since 2024, following allegations of a gang rape.

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An anonymous woman, Jane Doe, filed a civil lawsuit against the Chi Phi fraternity at Cornell University and seven members, accusing them of gang raping her during a party on October 19, 2024.

— Jane Doe (lawsuit)

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Many fraternities offer a sense of community, but some rely on hazing and coercive tactics to build loyalty.

— Experts

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Critics argue that some fraternities have leveraged their exclusivity to encourage and normalise violence, dangling social acceptance as a reward for compliance.

— Critics

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Fraternal organisations are often touted as pathways to personal, academic and professional success.