Cornell Asks Outside Expert to Check How It Handles Assault Reports

Cornell trustees said October 6, 2026 that Sally Yates, a former top U.S. law official, will lead an outside check, like an audit, of how Cornell handles reports of sexual harm. It will look at investigations, punishments, campus police response and fraternity supervision, including a former student's 2024 assault claim. Whether the full results are shared will shape its impact.