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Second student arrested for rape at Wichita State in less than two weeks

James Vandenberg, 19, was arrested Saturday on campus, the second sexual assault arrest at the university in October.

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What to know

  • Two Wichita State University students were arrested on rape charges within two weeks: Aaron Christian on October 12 and James Vandenberg on October 24, 2026.
  • Both students were released on identical $100,000 surety bonds; investigations by WSU police remain ongoing.
  • The university has stated zero tolerance for sexual violence and notes it provides mandated Sexual Assault Psychological training for all students, faculty, and staff.
  • Prior sexual assault allegations on campus date back to February 2026, raising questions about campus safety patterns.

“Wichita State's Office of Civil Rights, Title IX & ADA Compliance provides support to the campus community through training and education, and Sexual Assault Psychological training is required for all students, faculty and staff.”

Lainie Mazzullo-Hart, WSU Director of Communications · The Independent ↗

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Second student arrested for rape at Wichita State in less than two weeks
Independent UK

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    Media reports second arrest marks pattern at Wichita State

    News outlets report that Vandenberg's arrest represents the second sexual assault allegation arrest on the Wichita State campus in less than two weeks, with prior incidents in February 2026 also on record.

    “The university takes all reports of sexual assault seriously. Sexual violence has no place in any campus community, and we are committed to following all applicable laws, reporting, investigative and student-support processes.”
    — Wichita State University spokesperson, University official · source
    1. 2 outlets Wichita State University reports two sexual assault arrests in matter of weeks

      first by Independent UK, 12d ago · also The Independent

    2. 1 outlet College campus rocked by two alleged attacks in just weeks as second student arrested at dorm

      first by Fox News, 13d ago

  2. background

    University communications director reaffirms commitment to safety — Lainie Mazzullo-Hart, WSU Director of Communications, confirmed the arrest and emphasized the university's commitment to preventing and responding to violence on campus, noting that Sexual Assault Psychological training is required for all students, faculty and staff.

  3. background

    James Vandenberg arrested on rape charge in dorm — Wichita State University student James Douglas Vandenberg, 19, a business major, was arrested at a university dorm hall at 3:27 p.m. on Saturday on one count of rape. He was released Sunday after posting a $100,000 surety bond.

  4. background

    University spokesperson addresses first arrest — Following Christian's arrest, a Wichita State University spokesperson issued a statement on the university's response to sexual assault allegations.

  5. background

    Aaron Christian arrested on rape, aggravated domestic battery charges — Wichita State University student Aaron Andrew Christian, 18, was arrested at 9:56 a.m. on charges of rape and aggravated domestic battery. He was released the next day after securing a $100,000 surety bond.

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  1. 3 outlets Another teen arrested for alleged rape at Wichita State University

    first by KAKE, 13d ago · also Fox News, KWCH

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