The institutional crisis follows a blanket ban on all fraternity parties and social events for the 2026-2027 academic year, which affects about 1/3 of the undergraduate population. New York Attorney General Letitia James is investigating the 'Cornell 7,' a group of seven former students and fraternity members named in a lawsuit by the accuser. While the accused men deny the allegations and face no criminal charges to date, the university has hired specialized sexual assault investigators for the campus police.
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Cornell Faculty Senate Pursues No Confidence Vote in President
Culture6 days ago
Leaked text messages from a former student are casting doubt on a 2024 gang rape case that has triggered widespread upheaval at Cornell. The university's Faculty Senate is now weighing a formal no confidence motion against President Michael Kotlikoff in response to the administration's handling of the sexual violence allegations. University officials have barred outside media from the sessions where this motion is being debated.
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