Ithaca pauses all fraternity and sorority events at Cornell to pressure school on rape investigation

Published October 8, 2026 2:46pm ET | Updated October 8, 2026 2:46pm ET



Ithaca, New York, has temporarily paused events involving Cornell University and affiliated fraternities and sororities after allegations of a fraternity gang rape have drawn national attention.

Under a resolution approved by the city’s Common Council, Ithaca will temporarily stop issuing new permits for certain Cornell-affiliated events and activities, including special events, assemblies and parades, Commons permits, and noise permits. The moratorium applies to Cornell, university-affiliated fraternities and sororities, and student organizations.

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