Radcliffe Square in Oxford.
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The Big Take
Oxford University Has Failed Women Over Harassment Concerns, Staff Say
The university has repeatedly been slow to act against male academics accused of sexual misconduct and inappropriate behavior, a Bloomberg investigation found.
The leader of the University of Oxford attended a gathering at its business school in September intended to bring a difficult few months to a close and open a new, more positive chapter.
In August, a five-month investigation by the university into Said Business School head Soumitra Dutta upheld three allegations that he harassed a female academic. Oxford’s handling of the probe had led to anxiety and anger among staff, according to at least five people with knowledge of the situation.