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Plagiarism Scandal and Murder Threats

16 Aug to 21 Aug

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Plagiarism Scandal and Murder Threats. (2026, October 13). The Aporia. https://the-aporia.com/event/815

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16 Aug
Jason Arday, who became Cambridge's youngest Black professor in 2023 at age 37, resigned after coming under intense media pressure over allegations of plagiarism in his academic work and questions surrounding claims about his athletic and fundraising accomplishments.
2 outlets · CBC
18 Aug
Last week, before the announcement of Arday’s death, Cambridge’s vice-chancellor Deborah Prentice announced an investigation into the circumstances of his appointment and his time working at the university.
2 outlets · National Post
20 Aug
The university expressed shock at Arday’s death and offered condolences.
2 outlets · Times of India

Coverage 5 articles

21 Aug University suspends academic behind Jason Arday plagiarism charges
National Post
20 Aug Nathan Cofnas faces ‘appropriate action’ from Ghent University after Arday’s death
Times of India
18 Aug Thousands mourn dead black academic in London vigil
National Post
18 Aug Ex-Cambridge scholar Nathan Cofnas says he could be murdered after Arday vigil in London
Times of India
16 Aug U.K.'s leader calls for reflection after former Cambridge professor accused of plagiarism found dead
CBC

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