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Ghent University Allows Suspended Academic Remote Work
28 Aug
Summary
- Academic Nathan Cofnas can resume remote work at Ghent University.
- Ghent University is investigating Cofnas amid plagiarism allegations.
- The investigation into Cofnas is ongoing, with conditions on his work.
Ghent University announced on Friday, August 28, 2026, that academic Nathan Cofnas has been allowed to resume certain academic activities remotely. This decision comes while the university continues a disciplinary probe related to plagiarism allegations.
Cofnas had accused the late Cambridge professor Jason Arday of plagiarism. Arday, who had denied the accusations but admitted to errors, was found deceased earlier in August 2026. Ghent University had initially suspended Cofnas as a precautionary measure.
The university stated that Cofnas can work remotely but cannot engage in any teaching during the ongoing investigation. Ghent University also confirmed communication with U.S. Ambassador Bill White concerning Cofnas' situation.
Cofnas previously had his association with Cambridge University's Emmanuel College ended due to concerns over his blog posts. He is currently in a legal dispute with the college and maintains he is not a racist. Arday's death had sparked significant debate regarding racism in academia and media.
