Overview

• Li has 60 days to appeal the July 8 expulsion by Dalian Polytechnic University, which accused her of undermining national dignity through a private liaison with Ukrainian gamer Danylo Teslenko
• Teslenko removed the December videos and apologized publicly, stating he “never meant to hurt anyone” after his posts went viral
• The university’s public announcement naming Li ignited a Weibo hashtag that drew over 57 million views criticizing the disclosure of her personal data
• Commentators have highlighted sexist double standards, noting lighter treatment for campus sexual misconduct and calling out paternalistic moral enforcement
• Legal scholars and rights advocates are exploring civil law protections for personal data and preparing to support Li’s potential appeal or lawsuit