The Dark Side of Ivy League Prestige: Cornell University's DEI Struggles
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The Cornell Conundrum
Cornell University, one of the most prestigious institutions in the US, is facing a growing crisis over diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). The latest controversy involves a former student who sued the university and seven fraternity members over allegations of gang rape. According to reports, some fraternity members were given 'essay' discipline as punishment.
But what does this say about Cornell's approach to addressing systemic issues? And how do its new presidents plan to tackle these problems?
Sources
- Former Cornell University student sues school, 7 fraternity members over rape allegations — cbsnews.com
- Cornell Sued After Student Says 7 Fraternity Members Drugged and Gang-Raped Her, Some Faced ‘Essay’ Discipline — lawcommentary.com
- Is Writing An Essay An Appropriate Punishment For Gang Rape? Cornell Is About To Find Out! — wonkette.com
- How a Cornell Committee Wants the University to Change — insidehighered.com
- GUEST ROOM | Personnel Equals Policy: New Presidents at Cornell and the Ivy League Will Not Solve the DEI Problem — cornellsun.com
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