Allegations of sexual assault at Cornell University, involving seven men and lasting almost seven hours, have sparked debate on student campuses globally, including in the UK. The alleged victim has filed a lawsuit against the students she accuses of pressuring her into taking drugs and raping her, and against Cornell University for allegedly failing to protect her. All parties deny wrongdoing.
Two of the seven students were reportedly expelled, but none were arrested, with five continuing their education after various sanctions. The alleged victim reportedly dropped out of university and is struggling with her mental health.
In the UK, the University of Bath has announced an investigation into claims that members of a student sports club were overheard discussing spiking freshers' drinks. This comes as the Office for Students reported that one in seven British students completing university had experienced sexual violence.
While many universities now provide mandatory lessons on sexual consent, there is a growing call for men, including fathers and role models, to take a more active role in educating boys about consent and healthy relationships from a young age.