Cornell president vows review in wake of alleged student gang rape

The president of Cornell University, Michael Kotlikoff, has pledged to conduct an external review of the institution following the alleged gang rape of a student in 2024. This incident, detailed in a recent civil lawsuit, has sparked widespread criticism and outrage. The plaintiff claims she was drugged, assaulted, and raped by seven members of the Chi Phi fraternity, a male social club at Cornell.

Despite the severe backlash against Cornell and New York prosecutors for failing to file any criminal charges, Kotlikoff expressed his support for an independent review by a law firm, covering all aspects of the university's handling of the matter. He acknowledged the gravity of the situation, stating that the incident has been one of the most challenging weeks in Cornell's history and will have a lasting impact on the community.

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