October 1, 2026

Cornell University Reports Surge in Nonconsensual Sexual Contact Among Female Undergrads

35% of female undergraduates reported nonconsensual sexual contact, up from 23% in 2023.
The survey's response rate was only 15%, with 519 women participating.
The findings coincide with the reopening of a criminal investigation into a 2024 gang rape allegation at a fraternity.
Cornell is required to conduct sexual violence surveys every two years, with results showing a troubling increase.

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