American psychologist and university administrator, vice-chancellor of Cambridge since 2023
Cambridge University is continuing an independent review into Jason Arday’s appointment and tenure after his resignation amid plagiarism allegations, with findings to inform how senior appointments are made. The memoir controversy and broader debate over diversity in academia remain central.
Jason Arday, who resigned from the University of Cambridge after plagiarism allegations, has been found dead at his south London home. Police have said the death is being treated as unexpected but not suspicious. Family and public figures have said he faced sustained harassment; Cambridge has said it will investigate his appointment and work.
A Cambridge professor, Jason Arday, who faced plagiarism allegations and questions about his achievements, has died in Battersea. The university and partners are reviewing appointment and tenure processes as investigations from past claims continue to unfold. Families and colleagues condemn the intensified scrutiny and discuss its impact on Black academics and EDI work.
Jason Arday, Cambridge’s youngest Black professor, has been found unresponsive at his Battersea home. He resigned last week amid plagiarism allegations as Cambridge launched an independent review into his appointment and related processes. Police say the death is unexpected but not believed to be suspicious.