Jason Arday accuser given three-month teaching ban but can continue research
Nathan Cofnas told by Ghent University to work remotely as US ambassador claims credit for lifting of suspension
TL;DR
- Nathan Cofnas, an American academic, has been banned from teaching at Ghent University for three months.
- Cofnas is allowed to continue his research position but must work remotely.
- The US ambassador to Belgium, Bill White, claimed an "amicable agreement" resolved the situation.
- Cofnas had previously accused sociologist Prof Jason Arday of plagiarism before Arday's death.
- Ghent University's philosophy department had previously raised concerns about Cofnas's expertise and alleged "far-right agenda."