Oklahoma University Removes a Teacher It Says Urged Students to Protest
The New York Times • 12/8/2025 • Last cited 12/14/2025
Summary
Oklahoma University has removed a teacher for allegedly encouraging students to protest the dismissal of another instructor, who received backlash for giving a failing grade on a paper that primarily used the Bible as a source, according to The New York Times. The situation highlights ongoing tensions surrounding academic freedom and the use of religious texts in educational settings.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
38 days
4
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
8
Tier (0-10)
The New York Times
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score47/100
Related Story Timeline
- 2025-11-25Vahid Abedini, University of Oklahoma Professor, Released After ICE Detainment (The New York Times)
- 2025-12-03University of Oklahoma Instructor on Leave After Failing Student’s Gender Essay (The New York Times)
- 2025-12-08Oklahoma University Removes a Teacher It Says Urged Students to Protest (current)
Score BreakdownRisk 35
Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 38 days - proven survivor
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