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Cornell faculty to begin voting on no-confidence resolution over handling of fraternity gang rape

The symbolic vote could increase pressure on Cornell leaders after a lawsuit and an ongoing New York attorney general investigation.

  • On Wednesday, the Cornell University Faculty Senate began voting on a symbolic no-confidence resolution condemning the administration's handling of campus sexual violence.
  • The resolution follows a lawsuit filed last month by Jane Doe, who alleged seven Chi Phi fraternity members sexually assaulted her in October 2024 and that Cornell mishandled her complaints.
  • During an October 14 meeting, Cornell University President Michael Kotlikoff defended his leadership while Professor Risa Lieberwitz criticized him, stating it "appears that you have simply reacted to pressure."
  • Electronic voting will continue for five days following Wednesday's meeting. While symbolic, the vote could pressure Cornell's trustees to consider leadership changes, though the senate lacks authority to force resignations.
  • Kotlikoff has faced previous challenges including a dining and custodial workers strike and a decision last year to pay $60 million to settle Trump administration civil rights investigations.
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Cornell faculty to begin voting on no-confidence resolution this week

Debate over the resolution began earlier this month and will conclude Wednesday afternoon during a meeting of Cornell's faculty senate.

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