The Legislature banned diversity, equity and inclusion programs at public colleges and universities but the prohibition was not supposed to affect academics. Now, Republicans are suggesting DEI-related content in classrooms is hindering efforts to prepare students for the workforce.
The Republican-controlled Texas Legislature is looking at ways to expand the reach of a law that banned diversity, equity and inclusion programs at public universities and colleges.
"As we look at compliance with Senate Bill 17, I want ... to also talk about the counterbalance to make certain that we don't follow these other states in losing opportunities for underrepresented populations," he said. Peña also said Texans should be skeptical of the rhetoric lawmakers are using about DEI in higher education.
Britz said she is worried lawmakers are using concerns about workforce development to disguise efforts to regulate what students learn in their classes.The Texas Senate Higher Education Subcommittee hearing happened just days after the governor-appointed Texas A&M University Board of Regents directed its flagship institution to eliminate dozens of certificates and minors. That included an LGBTQ Studies minor that drew criticism from conservative activists and lawmakers.
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