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Student Accused Of Rape Sues Augustana Over Discipline

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SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — An Augustana University student accused of rape has filed a lawsuit against the Sioux Falls school, claiming it’s violating his rights by moving to expel him before he’s had a chance to defend himself in court.

The Argus Leader reports ( ) that the federal lawsuit filed last week by Koh Evan Tsuruta calls for the university to suspend its disciplinary hearing until his criminal case is resolved.

An Augustana official said the university’s action follows federal guidelines, and that Tsuruta has no legal grounds to force the school to delay its hearing.

Tsuruta is accused of raping a woman on July 3 after he, she and others went to a bar. He declined comment.

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Information from: Argus Leader,

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