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Cornell says Sally Yates will lead an independent sex abuse review

Cornell says Sally Yates will lead an independent sex abuse review

Cornell University announced it has retained Sally Yates, former acting US attorney general, to review its sexual assault policies and procedures.
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'Baffling': Early Cornell rape investigation troubles experts

'Baffling': Early Cornell rape investigation troubles experts

Experts say the investigation into an alleged gang rape at Cornell University was plagued by common missteps in sexual assault cases nationwide.
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Lawyer in Cornell student death case sees parallels with Jane Doe case

Lawyer in Cornell student death case sees parallels with Jane Doe case

Cornell University student Antonio Tsialas was found dead in an Ithaca gorge in 2019. His family's attorney, David Bianchi, says not much has changed.
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New York defendant in Cornell sexual assault lawsuit denies allegations

New York defendant in Cornell sexual assault lawsuit denies allegations

A New York defendant in a civil lawsuit alleging a sexual assault at a Cornell University fraternity house has denied participating in sexual activity or drug use.
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Lawyer sees parallels between Cornell student death and Jane Doe case

Lawyer sees parallels between Cornell student death and Jane Doe case

Cornell University student Antonio Tsialas was found dead in an Ithaca gorge in 2019. His family's attorney, David Bianchi, says not much has changed.
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Cornell president speaks out in video statement on sexual assault case

Cornell president speaks out in video statement on sexual assault case

Cornell President Michael Kotlikoff called the 2024 allegations “deeply disturbing” as New York’s attorney general investigates the case and the university prepares an independent review.
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Wave of student activism spreads at Cornell after rape allegations

Wave of student activism spreads at Cornell after rape allegations

Cornell students have planned a smattering of protests urging the university to change the way it deals with sexual assault cases.
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Cynthia Erivo Called Sunny Hostin to Explain Why ‘The View’ Host’s Comments on Cornell 7 Case Sparked Backlash: ‘Lead With Empathy’ and Not the Law

Cynthia Erivo Called Sunny Hostin to Explain Why ‘The View’ Host’s Comments on Cornell 7 Case Sparked Backlash: ‘Lead With Empathy’ and Not the Law

“The View” co-host Sunny Hostin revealed on the show’s “Behind the Table” podcast (via Entertainment Weekly) that Cynthia Erivo called her with concerns over Hostin’s viral segment discussing the Cornell 7 sexual assault case. The “Wicked” Oscar nominee explained to Hostin why she was getting backlash for her remarks. Hostin was accused of defending the […]
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Cornell students stage anti-rape rally in support of 'Jane Doe'

Cornell students stage anti-rape rally in support of 'Jane Doe'

By Ed Ou and Steve Gorman ITHACA, New York, Oct 5 (Reuters) - Cornell University students staged a mass rally on Monday voicing solidarity with a classmate whose gang-rape allegations have ignited a national uproar and demanding that the Ivy League school take firmer action against sexual violence
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Cornell hires ex-Justice Dept official Yates to review rape claims response

Cornell hires ex-Justice Dept official Yates to review rape claims response

By Karen Sloan Oct 6 (Reuters) - Cornell University has hired a top former US Justice Department lawyer for an internal investigation of how it handled a student's allegations that she was gang-raped, a case that has brought mounting scrutiny and triggered student protests at the Ivy League school.
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Cornell Jane Doe has received multiple threats, her lawyer says

Cornell Jane Doe has received multiple threats, her lawyer says

The woman who alleges she was sexually assaulted by multiple Cornell students is being targeted with threats, her lawyer told CNN Oct. 4.
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Cornell president speaks out on sexual assault case: What he said

Cornell president speaks out on sexual assault case: What he said

Michael Kotlikoff called the 2024 allegations “deeply disturbing” as New York’s attorney general investigates and Cornell prepares an independent review.