Derek Penslar, head of Harvard's anti-Semitism task force, backed out of a panel on anti-Semitism, citing an unwillingness to publicly discuss "goings on at Harvard" due to his role in the task force, which is still being formed. His selection to the task force has elicited widespread criticism, including from prominent Harvard alumni, and his previous actions, such as signing an "apartheid" letter, have sparked controversy. Panel participants expressed concerns about the chilling effect of words being twisted and exploited for political purposes in the fight against anti-Semitism at Harvard.
Claudine Gay, Harvard University's first Black president, was forced to resign during her vacation in Rome following a controversy involving her congressional testimony about anti-semitism and plagiarism allegations, which she denies. Despite initial support from the Harvard Corporation, pressure from the Board and public criticism, including racist attacks and death threats, led to her resignation. Gay has spoken out against the racism and false narratives that contributed to the campaign against her.
Neri Oxman, the wife of financier Bill Ackman, has apologized for plagiarizing passages in her 2010 dissertation after a Business Insider investigation revealed multiple instances of unattributed content. The irony lies in her husband's previous campaign against Harvard's Claudine Gay for similar allegations. Ackman has criticized the scrutiny his family faces and has vowed to conduct plagiarism reviews at MIT and Business Insider. Oxman, a former MIT professor and a figure in architecture and design, has also faced criticism for accepting a donation from Jeffrey Epstein.
Billionaire Bill Ackman has announced plans to review the work of MIT faculty, including President Sally Kornbluth, for plagiarism. This decision follows a Business Insider report alleging that Ackman's wife, Neri Oxman, plagiarized parts of her 2010 PhD dissertation at MIT. Ackman has become a vocal critic of university leadership following a Congressional hearing where former presidents of Harvard and the University of Pennsylvania, along with Kornbluth, did not condemn calls for genocide against Jews. Despite the scrutiny, Kornbluth has not indicated any intention to resign and has instead announced new campus initiatives.
Neri Oxman, the spouse of billionaire Bill Ackman, is facing a new wave of plagiarism accusations, with a Business Insider investigation revealing 15 instances of unattributed content from Wikipedia in her 2010 doctoral dissertation. This controversy emerges as Ackman had previously campaigned against Claudine Gay for Harvard presidency, citing plagiarism concerns. Ackman has expressed that his efforts to address issues in higher education have inadvertently brought scrutiny upon his family.
Bill Ackman has announced his intention to review the academic work of all MIT professors for plagiarism following reports of plagiarism in his wife, Neri Oxman's work, who is a professor at MIT. This action comes after Ackman's involvement in the resignation of Harvard's former president, Claudine Gay, over plagiarism allegations. MIT has not yet responded to the accusations against Oxman, but Ackman's scrutiny extends to the university's leadership and board members. The initiative is part of a broader response to perceived issues in higher education, including the handling of antisemitism on campuses.
Bill Ackman has announced plans to conduct plagiarism checks on all MIT faculty members following expanded allegations of plagiarism against his wife, Neri Oxman, who is a former MIT professor. This decision targets the work of the current faculty, including President Sally Kornbluth and board members, and will utilize MIT's plagiarism standards. Ackman's move intensifies his ongoing campaign against the university's leadership.
Neri Oxman, an architect and spouse of billionaire Bill Ackman, has issued an apology for plagiarizing parts of her 2010 doctoral dissertation. A Business Insider investigation revealed that Oxman failed to properly quote and cite sources in her work. This incident has brought attention to academic integrity and ethical standards within higher education.
Claudine Gay, the president of Harvard, resigned amid allegations of plagiarism in her academic work, a serious offense in academia. The controversy began after her testimony at a congressional hearing and escalated with scrutiny of her scholarly publications. Gay defended her record, stating she addressed citation issues when notified and did not misrepresent her research or claim others' work. The specifics of the allegations and their development remain a topic of discussion.
Neri Oxman, wife of billionaire hedge fund manager Bill Ackman, has been found to have plagiarized in her 2010 doctoral dissertation at MIT, according to a Business Insider investigation. This revelation comes amidst Ackman's vocal criticism of Harvard president Claudine Gay for plagiarism, demanding her complete removal from the faculty after her resignation as president. Oxman, a former MIT professor and renowned architect and artist, cited sources but failed to use quotation marks for passages lifted from other works, violating MIT's academic integrity handbook. Ackman has been a prominent donor to Harvard and has recently been involved in controversies surrounding university leadership and their handling of protests against Israel's actions in Gaza.
Claudine Gay, the outgoing Harvard president, has been accused of lying about her response to plagiarism allegations in her published work. Critics, including Christopher Rufo and US Rep. Elise Stefanik, refute her claims of promptly requesting corrections and suggest she only acted under pressure. Gay, who also faced criticism for her handling of antisemitic threats on campus, defended herself in a New York Times op-ed, attributing the backlash to racial stereotypes and political agendas. Despite journals receiving correction requests for her work, the controversy has led to her resignation, marking the shortest tenure for a Harvard president.
Claudine Gay, the president of Harvard University, resigned after facing nearly 50 allegations of plagiarism and criticism over her comments on antisemitism. Despite the controversy, several liberal college professors defended her on social media, attributing the backlash to racism and calling her critics "racist mobs" and "fascist mouth-breathers." They expressed concern over the impact of such a campaign on diversity and leadership at Harvard. Gay's resignation followed her testimony before Congress on a Hamas attack on Israel, where she struggled to condemn genocide against Jewish people, which further fueled calls for her resignation.
Claudine Gay, the president of Harvard University, resigned amid controversies involving alleged plagiarism and accusations of enabling antisemitism on campus. Her resignation followed a period of intense scrutiny and criticism after she provided vague responses during a congressional hearing regarding hate speech against Jewish people. Despite an initial decision by the university's board to support her, a subsequent plagiarism scandal led to her resignation. Public figures have expressed a range of reactions, with some criticizing the university's handling of the situation and others suggesting that racism played a role in the attacks against Gay. She plans to return to teaching at Harvard as a faculty member.
Claudine Gay has resigned as Harvard's president amidst controversies over her handling of antisemitism on campus and multiple allegations of plagiarism. Despite the controversies, she plans to return to the faculty. Her resignation follows evasive responses during a congressional hearing on campus antisemitism and a subsequent apology. The resignation marks the end of the shortest presidency in Harvard's history, with Provost Dr. Alan Garber expected to serve as interim president. The issues of antisemitism and plagiarism have both been significant factors in the calls for her resignation.
The Harvard Crimson's editorial board has expressed support for Harvard President Claudine Gay despite acknowledging instances of plagiarism in her work, attributing them to lack of intent rather than malice. However, dissent within the board has emerged, with two members calling for her resignation, citing damage to Harvard's reputation and other controversies. The plagiarism accusations have gained attention following Gay's congressional testimony on antisemitism, with some suggesting the scrutiny is politically motivated. The Harvard Corporation has acknowledged the need for corrections in Gay's work, while Gay maintains the integrity of her scholarship. The situation has sparked debate over academic standards and leadership at one of the nation's top universities.
