College students march against sexual violence on campuses nationwide

Students at more than 90 American universities took part in the National Campus Take Back the Night Rally on November 1, 2026. The protest called for stronger action against sexual violence on campuses. Some students marched at their universities, while others joined through a live online stream.

Participants read "The National Student Mandate to End Campus Rape Culture," an open letter listing five demands for better prevention and support for survivors. Universities including Yale, Stanford, Cornell, and Georgetown took part.

The event was organised by Take Back the Night, a group that has fought against sexual violence since the 1970s. A recent assault case at Cornell University helped prompt the rally. According to RAINN, one in eight college students experiences sexual violence during their studies.