Cornell University President Michael Kotlikoff recently addressed the university’s response to a sexual assault case involving an alleged gang rape on campus. In an interview with The New York Times, Kotlikoff admitted that the university and his office made mistakes when the victim, referred to as Jane Doe, first reported the incident in 2024.

Kotlikoff stated that he was personally informed of the allegations in November. While he acknowledged the initial shortcomings in the university's handling of the report, he defended the subsequent actions taken by the administration and his own performance as president. The university has faced scrutiny over its internal processes and the timeline of its response to the victim's claims. The situation remains a point of concern regarding campus safety protocols and administrative accountability at the institution.