Michael Kotlikoff
ON THE RECORD · 6 verbatim quotes · every quote source-verified
“We must lead the way, we owe it to Jane Doe and to survivors of assault to get this right. And we must keep each other safe,”
Michael Kotlikoff · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-04
Kotlikoff said the allegations represent a defining moment in the university's history.
“serious look at the role of fraternities and sororities in campus life”
Michael Kotlikoff · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-04
As part of broader work needed on campus, Kotlikoff said there should be a serious look at the role of fraternities and sororities in campus life.
“We must foster a culture in which sexual assault is inexcusable and ensure our community is empowered and understands informed consent,”
Michael Kotlikoff · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-04
Kotlikoff made the remark in an eight-minute video statement responding to allegations that a woman was drugged and raped at a fraternity house.
“Being part of a group can never diminish individual responsibility for our own actions, for how we treat others, or for speaking up when someone may be at risk,”
Michael Kotlikoff · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-04
Kotlikoff said being part of a group can never diminish individual responsibility for one's actions.
“use this moment, this conversation, this anger, to help lead the broader effort to combat sexual assault not only on our campus, but beyond it”
Michael Kotlikoff · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-04
Kotlikoff said the school would speak at the appropriate time about how Cornell will use the moment to help combat sexual assault on and beyond campus.
“feel safe coming forward and are treated with compassion and dignity”
Michael Kotlikoff · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-04
Kotlikoff said university leaders need to create an environment where victims of sexual assault feel safe coming forward.