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Cornell Faculty Senate Declares No Confidence In University Leadership

NDTV Nov 07, 2026 at 03:30 AM IST India
Cornell Faculty Senate Declares No Confidence...

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Cornell University's Faculty Senate voted to express no confidence in the administration's handling of a sexual assault crisis following a lawsuit by a former student. The resolution, which lacks binding consequences, was supported by 55.6% of voting senators, prompting the Board of Trustees to reaffirm its support for President Michael Kotlikoff.

Key takeaways

  • The Faculty Senate passed a non-binding resolution expressing no confidence in university leadership.
  • The vote followed a lawsuit alleging Cornell failed to protect a student from rape.
  • The Board of Trustees publicly supported President Kotlikoff and the current administration.
  • Critics argue the administration has failed to address sexual assault issues systemically.
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