Universities were a political target of Texas Republicans. As Gina Hinojosa and other Democrats prepare for office, here’s a look at the turning point facing college campuses.
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“Silence is getting a bit loud”: Emails show UT leaders took heat for slow response to Bo French post
Despite pressure from students and graduates to condemn the remarks as racist, University of Texas officials took a more careful approach.
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TCU chancellor resigns after less than two years at helm
Daniel Pullin’s time at the private Fort Worth institution included disputes over academic priorities and faculty input. Victor Boschini Jr., who led TCU for 22 years, is replacing him.
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Buyouts offered to nearly a quarter of UT Tyler employees amid budget shortfall
The university in East Texas is among other state colleges facing financial strains.
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Ted Cruz’s college sports bill left in limbo as U.S. Senate takes August recess
The Protect College Sports Act gained a burst of momentum with last week’s support from the SEC and Big Ten, but the clocking is ticking as the Senate prepares to leave town.
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Faculty groups suing Texas Tech want block on rules limiting instruction on race, gender, sexual orientation
The professor groups want the rules suspended as their case proceeds. The lawsuit alleges the university’s restrictions are discriminatory and a violation of free speech.
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Texas A&M president’s five-year contract includes $1.25 million in base pay
The terms for Susan Ballabina, promoted in May, include possible merit bonuses and deferred compensation, records show.
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Texas community colleges showing small signs of recovery after enrollment decline, report finds
Colleges are pivoting to offer students more job training and credentials as many skipped enrollment to go into the workforce, report finds.
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Records challenge UT-Austin’s allegations against fired KUT leader
The university fired General Manager Debbie Hiott on Monday citing “oversight and management of planning” for the public radio station’s inaugural festival.
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Texas college watchdog received nearly 70 complaints, opened one investigation, records show
Allegations filed in the first five months of the new ombudsman’s work challenged course content, DEI, academic freedom and employment disputes.
