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Cornell University bans frat parties, vows to address 'disturbing' campus culture

In a letter, Cornell's president apologized for what happened to the student who alleges she was raped by several men at a fraternity house in 2024 and…

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NPR reports that in a letter, Cornell's president apologized for what happened to the student who alleges she was raped by several men at a fraternity house in 2024 and promised 'meaningful action.'.

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Cornell University, Cornell
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