Cambridge launches review into support for Jason Arday before death
The University of Cambridge has initiated an independent review into its support systems following the death of professor Jason Arday. The review will examine the university's actions during a period of intense scrutiny regarding plagiarism allegations against Arday.
Why it matters
It highlights the institutional responsibility of universities in supporting faculty members facing public controversy and mental health challenges.
By Jessica Rawnsley Published 16 minutes ago The University of Cambridge has launched an independent review into its "decision-making and actions" in the period leading up to former professor Jason Arday's death.
The review will examine the support available to Arday before his death, as well as the wider context of his time at the university.
Arday, 41, was found dead at his home in London on 14 August, the week after resigning from his position as professor of sociology of education amid intense scrutiny over allegations of plagiarism. He had denied the claims.
Announcing the review on Friday, Vice-Chancellor Prof Deborah Prentice said the time since his death had been a "period of profound sadness and reflection for the university".
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