Students Protest at Cornell University Over Rape Allegations and Frat Expulsions

Hundreds protest at Cornell over rape allegations, demanding expulsion of fraternity members and university reforms.

October 6, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Ithaca, United States — Hundreds of Cornell University students gathered in Ho Plaza on Monday to demand action following allegations of a sexual assault that has sparked national attention.

The demonstration, organized by multiple student groups, called for the removal of fraternity members accused in a lawsuit involving a 20-year-old woman who claims she was gang-raped at a party in October 2024. The case has led to renewed scrutiny of the university’s handling of campus sexual violence.

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Plaintiff Jane Doe, whose identity remains confidential, alleged she was intoxicated and unable to consent during the incident. While some of the men involved were expelled, no criminal charges have been filed. The state attorney general has taken over the investigation, with New York Governor Kathy Hochul criticizing local authorities for their handling of the case. Demonstrators carried signs urging accountability and justice for survivors.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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