Youngest Black professor at Cambridge resigns as university investigates allegations of plagiarism
The youngest Black professor at Cambridge University has resigned amid allegations of plagiarism.
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Jason Arday, the youngest Black professor at Cambridge University, has resigned. The university is investigating allegations of plagiarism. The Atlantic and Inside Higher Ed both describe Arday as a star sociology professor.
The Guardian and ABC News both mention questions about Arday's academic qualifications. The Guardian also states that Arday claimed he was paid 1.4 million by a publisher for his memoir. The university has not yet commented on the allegations.
The investigation is ongoing.
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Icarus in the Faculty LoungeThe Atlantic · 58d ago
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Cambridge dons demand accountability over Jason Arday appointmentThe Guardian · 58d ago
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Star Sociology Professor Resigns After Cambridge Opens InvestigationInside Higher Ed · 58d ago
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Cambridge professor resigns amid plagiarism allegations, questions about 'academic qualifications'ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos · 58d ago
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Jason Arday claimed he was paid ‘1.4 million’ by publisher for memoirThe Guardian · 58d ago
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The obvious questions
Who is Jason Arday?
Jason Arday is a sociology professor who was previously the youngest Black professor at Cambridge University.
Why did Jason Arday resign?
Jason Arday resigned amid allegations of plagiarism and questions about his academic qualifications.
What is the current status of the investigation?
The investigation into the allegations of plagiarism is ongoing.
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