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UT Austin Cuts Gender, Race Courses From Core Curriculum
Texas university removes gender, sexuality, and race courses from core requirements as state oversight tightens
In brief
Texas university removes gender, sexuality, and race courses from core requirements as state oversight tightens UT Austin keeps courses available but strips them from general education credits to meet state mandates Originally reported by Dallas Express.
Core Courses Removed
UT Austin strips gender, sexuality, and race courses from general education requirements but keeps them as electives.
Budget Impact
The changes allocate nearly $7 million across three programs for faculty support and course development.
State Oversight
Texas state officials require universities to review taxpayer-funded courses for potential indoctrination risks.
Regents' Rules
UT System regents banned courses that could be seen as coercive or promoting specific ideologies.
Student Impact
Students lose 6 hours of core credits but can still take courses as electives or majors.
Timeline
Pilot courses start in fall 2027 with full implementation by fall 2028.
The essence
UT Austin keeps courses available but strips them from general education credits to meet state mandates
