Cornell president vows review over alleged campus gang rape

· Politics · United States

Cornell University's president said he is deeply disturbed by allegations a student was drugged and gang raped at a fraternity, vowing to review Greek life. The woman at the center of the case has reported receiving threats.

Why it matters：The case has triggered a national debate over campus sexual-assault laws and how universities handle such allegations.

Key points

  • The allegations involve seven male students at a fraternity house.
  • None of the men have been charged with a crime.
  • New York lawmakers will review sexual-assault laws, including a voluntary intoxication rule.

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