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Academic ‘stripped of title’ after critiquing critical race theory
Plymouth Marjon University cited concerns over conduct while critics say the withdrawal of Dr Harris's emeritus status followed his critique of critical race theory without due process.
- Dr David Harris lost his emeritus status at Plymouth Marjon University after his research on critical race theory was deemed controversial, according to internal communications and personal accounts.
- The Campaign for Academic Freedom argues that Dr Harris's dismissal was procedurally improper and demands his title be reinstated, as no proper investigation was conducted.
- An external investigation confirmed that Dr Harris's emeritus status had not been revoked in 2015, and his perception of unfair treatment was deemed understandable by the investigators.
- Freddie Attenborough of the Campaign for Academic Freedom stated that no investigation was conducted, no panel convened, and no recognizable process followed in Harris's case.
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Emeritus Professor No More: Title Revoked Following Critical Race Theory Wrongthink
A former professor emeritus claims he was stripped of his title after publishing a critique of critical race theory (CRT). Dr. David Harris said the move by Plymouth Marjon University followed the appearance of self-published research in 2024 which examined CRT’s central arguments and their applicability to Britain. Harris argues that this reflects a growing intolerance for provocative academic work which his former vice-chancellor, Professor …
Academic 'stripped of title' after criticising critical race theory that claims racism is embedded in every structure of society
A retired academic says he lost his emeritus professorship at Plymouth Marjon University after publishing a scholarly critique of critical race theory
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