Cornell president knew of alleged gang rape but never checked on outcome

Cornell University President Michael Kotlikoff was informed in 2024 that a student had reported being gang raped at a fraternity house. Despite having this knowledge, Kotlikoff never followed up to ascertain the outcome for the victim or to determine if any disciplinary action was taken against the accused students.

The revelation brings scrutiny to the administrative response regarding sexual assault allegations within the university's Greek life system. The incident highlights institutional accountability and the specific responsibilities of university leadership when addressing severe criminal allegations reported on campus.