Stanford Bans Hard Liquor From On-Campus Parties, Limits Bottle Sizes
The change in policy, following a high-profile sexual assault, was swiftly criticized by those who believe it focuses on the wrong issue.
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To Prevent Sexual Assault, Schools And Parents Start Lessons Early
While most college students go through courses aimed at preventing campus sexual assault, advocates say it's too little, too late. Some are pushing for similar efforts as early as elementary school.
What Will Clinton and Trump Do About Sexual Assault On College Campuses?
The candidates have discussed in-depth what they would do to combat terrorism, fix stagnated wages and reform our immigration system. But what about sexual assault?
Rape Survivor Sues After Texas Authorities Jailed Her For A Month
"Jane Doe found herself hopelessly trapped in a bizarre plot pulled from a Kafka novel," the lawsuit reads. It claims authorities feared she would flee before testifying against her rapist.
Prep School Faces Accusations Of Chronic Mishandling Of Sexual Assault Cases
Administrators at Phillips Exeter Academy agree that they should not have handled a case of alleged assault by requiring the accused student to bake and deliver bread to his alleged victim.
University Of Tennessee Settles Sexual Assault Lawsuit
The school has settled for nearly $2.5 million with eight plaintiffs who said athlete perpetrators and their teammates actively discouraged women from bringing rape charges.
'As A Matter Of Conscience,' Ken Starr Resigns As Baylor University's Chancellor
Starr has been under fire over the university's handling of allegations of sexual assault on campus. The university had previously removed him from the presidency.
Outcry Follows Gang Rape In Brazil, Raising Alarms About Sexual Violence
Police say they are investigating the possible rape of a 16-year-old girl by at least 30 men — and an online video. Activists are calling attention to violence against women in the country.
Baylor Removes Ken Starr As President Over University's Response To Sex Assault Cases
An independent review found that the university failed to adequately handle reports of harassment and assault and, in some cases, actively discouraged students from coming forward.
Push Grows For A 'Scarlet Letter' On Transcripts Of Campus Sexual Offenders
In Virginia and New York, academic transcripts must note if a student has been punished for sexual assault. Supporters say it's a matter of public safety. Critics say the move is draconian and unfair.