Cornell president admits he never followed up on gang rape allegation ahead of no-confidence debate

Cornell University President Michael Kotlikoff admitted he failed to follow up on a 2024 report regarding a student's gang rape at a fraternity house. He did not verify the victim's status or the punishment of accused students. In an interview with The New York Times, Kotlikoff acknowledged missteps made by himself and the university during the initial reporting process by Jane Doe, though he defended his subsequent actions and overall role as president during the case.