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Cornell University names Sally Yates, former acting U.S. attorney general and career federal prosecutor, to lead an independent review into how the school handled a former student's rape allegations.
Cornell University has retained former U.S. Deputy Attorney General Sally Yates to lead an independent review of how the school responds to sexual assault and harassment cases. The review will examine investigations, student support, disciplinary processes, and oversight of student organizations, including the alleged 2024 sexual assault of a former student at a fraternity house.
NPR – US Cornell University names Sally Yates, former acting U.S. attorney general and career federal prosecutor, to lead an independent review into how the school handled a former student's rape allegations.
NPR – US Cornell University names Sally Yates, former acting U.S. attorney general and career federal prosecutor, to lead an independent review into how the school handled a former student's rape allegations.
Cornell University said Tuesday it is bringing on a former Justice Department official to review its handling of sexual misconduct claims, including the alleged 2024 sexual assault of a former student at a fraternity house.
The review will cover how the university investigates sexual assault and harassment, student support, the disciplinary process, and oversight of student organizations.
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