Cornell students vandalize building over gang rape case handling

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 5 Oct, 21:07 · Archive

Student activists vandalized a Cornell University administration building in response to the university's handling of gang rape allegations.

Student activists vandalized a Cornell University administration building overnight in response to the university's handling of gang rape allegations. The vandals smashed a glass door at Day Hall and painted messages on the walls at approximately 3am on Monday, according to the Cornell Daily Sun. Red paint was used to mark walls with messages condemning patriarchy.

Student activists defend their actions as nonviolent, stating that 'property damage is not violent, condoning rape is'. The university said it would take a 'serious look' at fraternities following the allegations.

How it is being reported

• Students vandalize Cornell building over handling of gang-rape allegationsGuardian World · 5 Oct, 20:52
• Cornell activists smash windows and vandalize building with red paint in wake of gang rape allegationsDaily Mail · 5 Oct, 20:02

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