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University of Chicago Named in Alpha Delta Phi Assault Lawsuit

By Drooid · Oct 21, 2026, 2:50 PM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

University of Chicago named as respondent in lawsuit alleging 19-year-old was sexually assaulted at Alpha Delta Phi house.
Alpha Delta Phi suspended alleged perpetrator Kevin Shim after learning of the allegations.
Spokesperson Gerald McSwiggan said the university will cooperate with Chicago Police and provide information.
Plaintiff seeks a jury trial and more than $200,000 in damages plus costs.
Chicago Police confirmed the assault report and said investigation remains ongoing.

History

Historical Context

The 1990 Clery Act, responding to rising assaults, extends a tradition that began in medieval European universities and was reshaped by colonial American colleges. In the 1920s scholars noted the American model’s scattered, tree-filled design, and Britain built its first true campuses in 1947-48 (Reading, Swansea). That heritage underlies today’s lawsuit against the University of Chicago and Alpha Delta Phi, prompting costly compliance.

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Story summary

University of Chicago named as respondent in lawsuit alleging 19-year-old was sexually assaulted at Alpha Delta Phi house.
Alpha Delta Phi suspended alleged perpetrator Kevin Shim after learning of the allegations.
Spokesperson Gerald McSwiggan said the university will cooperate with Chicago Police and provide information.
Plaintiff seeks a jury trial and more than $200,000 in damages plus costs.
Chicago Police confirmed the assault report and said investigation remains ongoing.

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