Economist David Kotlikoff addressed concerns during a question-and-answer session with the university’s Faculty Senate, acknowledging past errors in judgment while insisting his leadership had been largely effective. The discussion followed scrutiny over his tenure, with faculty members probing specific decisions and their broader implications. Kotlikoff’s remarks suggest a willingness to engage with criticism, though he framed his responses as a defense of his overall approach. The exchange highlights ongoing tensions between administrative leadership and academic governance at the institution.
Kotlikoff acknowledged some missteps, but also defended his leadership as he took questions from the university’s Faculty Senate.
