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Nathan Cofnas, known for accusing Jason Arday of plagiarism, is facing questions regarding his academic credentials and alleged far-right political motivations during proceedings at Ghent University.
Ghent University has rejected claims that it restricted academic freedom after suspending a professor, maintaining that the decision was based on standard institutional procedures.
Nathan Cofnas, the academic who accused Jason Arday of plagiarism, has been suspended by Ghent University. This suspension follows an investigation into Cofnas's claims and his self-described 'race realist' views.
An academic who accused Professor Jason Arday of plagiarism has been suspended by his university following a racism debate. The suspension comes after Arday's death and amidst scrutiny of the plagiarism allegations.
45 philosophers are calling for the dismissal of Nathan Cofnas, a controversial philosopher who has just been appointed to Ghent University. ...
'Academic freedom is not an argument': Union supports stricter Ghent University employee selection The Brussels Times
Ghent University has officially denied allegations that suspending 'race realist' academic Nicholas Cofnas violates academic freedom, asserting that the measure complies with established university regulations.
Ghent University has suspended Nathan Cofnas following the sudden death of Professor Arday.
Police forcefully intervened against pro-Palestinian activists occupying the rectorate of Ghent University (UGent) on Wednesday, with images showing the spectacular operation.
Ghent University under fire for appointing US philosopher with ties to 'scientific racism' The Brussels Times
Senior professors have raised formal concerns that Nathan Cofnas lacks the necessary academic expertise for his proposed role and could negatively impact the institution.
The US Ambassador to Belgium has condemned Ghent University following the suspension of an academic involved in the Jason Arday case. This diplomatic intervention highlights international concern over the university's actions.
Ghent University is reviewing statements made by Nathan Cofnas following the sudden death of Professor Arday.
Around a hundred pro-Palestinian activists have occupied a new building at UGent (Ghent University), following similar actions taken in 2024. Students have set up quarters within the building as part.