With graduation nearing, Cornell’s own Batman is getting a fitting superhero sendoff. On Thursday, the Student Assembly voted unanimously to thank the anonymous Cornell student for his contributions to campus life.
Resolution 88: “Thanking The Cornell Batman for His Service to the Cornell Community,” states “the Student Assembly thanks and commends The Cornell Batman for his service to the community. The Student Assembly wishes him all the best in his future endeavors and hopes sincerely to see him back on campus in the future.”
With an Instagram account that has amassed over 3100 followers, Cornell Batman has become a familiar figure on campus whose goal is to uplift student spirits.
“He’s doing actual superhero work, which is kind of easing the stress about things,” Cornell Batman said, referring to himself.
While his identity remains undisclosed, he has revealed he is a member of the Class of 2026 and will be graduating this May.
At the Student Assembly meeting this Thursday, Cornell Batman attended in person. He said the recognition from the Assembly was emotional for him, and he expressed his gratitude to the Cornell community.
“I didn’t think it would ever reach anything of this magnitude. It’s truly remarkable,” Cornell Batman said.
Although he originally bought the costume for Halloween during his freshman year of college, he quickly found himself wearing it beyond the holiday season, spreading joy and humor throughout the community.
“It’s hilarious to see Batman running around, sitting down at the dining hall eating a burger, just like anyone else,” Batman said.
The resolution was written by Max Ehrlich ’26, the school of industrial and labor relations representative, who shared that Cornell Batman deserves this formal recognition because of his campus presence, support of fellow Cornellians at their events and his advocacy of mental health efforts.
“Personally, I hope this resolution shows Cornell Batman that we appreciate his contribution to our campus,” Ehrlich wrote in an email statement to the Sun. “He has given this campus a great deal of joy and love, even as he manages his academic and personal life.”
Spiro Yeo ’27, a close friend of Cornell Batman, said his real superpower is his ability to connect with anyone on campus and make them feel heard.
“Anybody, regardless of where they're from, what their background was, they can go up and talk to Batman about anything, and he will sit there, and he listens, and he listens well,” Yeo said.
Cornell Batman noted the role requires a significant time commitment and that he is fortunate his schedule allows for it. Although some students have expressed interest in continuing the role after he graduates, he said there is not currently a successor.
“There’s no plans, although if someone were dedicated and motivated enough and knew the values and morals behind it and they stepped up and reached out, I would be more than happy to train them to take over,” said Cornell Batman.
After graduation, Batman plans to keep the character alive, with hopes of volunteering around his community.
“I think wherever I go, Batman’s gonna be with me,” Batman said.
As parting advice, Batman shared that staying involved at Cornell isn’t about a superhuman schedule but about knowing what to prioritize.
“If you're motivated enough, you will absolutely find the time, no matter how busy you are ... to put yourself out there and go do what matters to you. This is my way of having fun,” he said.
Sophia Koman is a member of the Class of 2027 in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. She is a staff writer for the News department and can be reached at skoman@cornellsun.com.
