Cornell University President Michael Kotlikoff acknowledged his administration’s mishandling of sexual assault accusations brought by a former student in an interview with The New York Times. The former student, who was accused of rape, claimed the university failed to provide a fair process during the investigation. Kotlikoff admitted there were shortcomings in how the case was managed, particularly regarding communication and procedural transparency.
He emphasized that the university is reviewing its policies to prevent similar issues in the future. The interview comes amid growing scrutiny over how colleges handle sexual misconduct cases. Cornell has faced criticism from students and advocacy groups over its Title IX processes.
Kotlikoff stated that the university is committed to improving its response to such allegations and ensuring justice for all parties involved. The administration plans to implement new training for staff and revise its investigation protocols.
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