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There’s an intensifying kind of threat to academic freedom – watchful students serving as informants

Texas AM University told philosophy professor Martin Peterson in early January 2026 that he could not teach some of Greek philosopher Plato’s writings that touch on “race and gender ideology.”

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Were your Texas college courses reviewed or changed this semester? Tell us.

Amid new policies restricting instruction on race, gender and sexuality, The Texas Tribune seeks examples of college course changes from students and instructors.

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About 200 Texas A&M courses could change due to new restrictions on teaching gender, race

With the semester set to begin next week, professors have been directed to alter courses, and some classes have been removed or reassigned from the core curriculum at the College Station campus.

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Texas A&M System declines to reinstate fired lecturer despite faculty panel’s findings

A vice chancellor upheld the firing of Melissa McCoul, seen in a viral video being confronted by a student on her gender identity teachings, saying the termination was done with “good cause.”

The Texas Tribune

Texas A&M System tightens restrictions on discussing race and gender in class

Under the new rules, discussions on “race or gender ideology," sexual orientation or gender identity appear to be barred from introductory-level courses.

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How cutting transgender instruction at Texas medical schools undermines health groups’ recommendations

Health providers and faculty members fear students will no longer understand the nuances of caring for transgender people, who tend to have higher rates of certain mental and physical health conditions.

The Texas Tribune

Mom Of Late Cheerleader Refuses To Accept Cops’ Ruling After They Found Crucial Clue On Her Phone

“There was foul play ! Those girls know something so called friends and boyfriend !” the mother said after her daughter’s body was found on the pavement.

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GoFundMe for Brianna Aguilera Surges Past $20K as Family Demands Answers

Brianna Aguilera's family has raised over $20,000 via GoFundMe while demanding a full investigation into the Texas A&M student's death following a UT rivalry game tailgate in Austin.

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Texas lawmakers say colleges have to balance free speech with duty to keep discourse civil

Legislative panels were created after Republican leaders criticized students mocking or celebrating conservative activities Charlie Kirk’s death.

The Texas Tribune

Older Texans among those facing the largest price hikes for Affordable Care Act insurance

About 1 million Texans with ACA health plans are over the age of 45, and many of them will pay monthly premiums that are more than $1,000.

The Texas Tribune

Texas A&M faculty panel report says professor’s firing violated her academic freedom

University officials dispute the faculty council’s conclusion. Melissa McCoul lost her job after a video of a classroom debate went viral.

The Texas Tribune

Federal appeals court will reconsider West Texas A&M drag show ban

The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals on Monday tossed a three-judge panel's earlier ruling that found the ban violated students' free speech rights. The court's 17 judges will rehear the case.

The Texas Tribune

State Sen. Sarah Eckhardt announces run for Michael McCaul’s seat in Congress

The Austin Democrat will face an uphill battle in the GOP-leaning district. McCaul announced earlier this year he would not seek reelection.

The Texas Tribune

AI becomes dumber when trained on viral internet content — and there's no cure

So-called 'brainrot' content is not good for AI, but unfortunately, that makes up a lot of the internet now. What does that mean for the future of AI?

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Texas higher education enrollment reaches all-time high

Student enrollment at Texas colleges topped 1.6 million as of fall 2025, according to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.

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Texas A&M regents name Christian Hardigree president of newly acquired Victoria campus

System Chancellor Glenn Hegar and the Board of Regents chair have stood by the new president amid criticism from some conservatives about her previous work around diversity and equity. The post Texas A&M regents name Christian Hardigree president of newly acquired Victoria campus appeared first on The Texas Tribune.

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Harrison vs. higher ed: How one lawmaker is weaponizing social media to eradicate LGBTQ+ curriculum

Harrison has been on a crusade against Texas universities, scouring course catalogs and university websites for examples of “gender ideology” or LGBTQ+ curriculum, and riling up his X followers about “liberal indoctrination” on campuses. The post Harrison vs. higher ed: How one lawmaker is weaponizing social media to eradicate LGBTQ+…

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Former state lawmaker Tommy Williams named interim president of Texas A&M

Williams replaces former president Mark A. Welsh III, who resigned amid the fallout over a viral video showing an A&M student confronting a professor over a gender-identity discussion.

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Texas A&M System regents authorize settlement with former president

Details of the agreement with Mark A. Welsh III, who resigned as leader of the flagship university on Sept. 19, will not be revealed until it is finalized.

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'The Right Moment for Change': Texas A&M President Quits a Week After Firing Professor Over Gender Lesson

Texas A&M President Mark Welsh III steps down amidst a fierce gender identity row. A professor was fired after a student's protest in class sparked political outrage.

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Texas A&M president steps down but doesn't say if controversial classroom video was a factor

Texas A&M University’s president is stepping down amid a controversy roiling the campus

The Texas Tribune

How a secret recording of a gender identity lecture upended Texas A&M

Officials have struggled to detail the exact reasons for the A&M professor’s termination, citing a technical issue with her course description. Faculty say the move was politically motivated.

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Texas A&M University president resigns after ‘gender ideology’ controversy

Mark A Welsh III steps down after student’s complaint led to firing of teacher and dismissal of dean and department head

International Business Times UK

Who Is Mark A. Welsh III: Embattled Texas A&M University President Resigning After 'DEI and LGBTQ indoctrination' Video Goes Viral

Texas A&M president Mark A. Welsh III resigns following controversy over a gender identity lesson that sparked widespread political and public backlash.

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Texas A&M regents name Christian Hardigree president of newly acquired Victoria campus

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