Some Texas community colleges remove course materials amid broader push to limit gender identity discussions
Read full article: Some Texas community colleges remove course materials amid broader push to limit gender identity discussionsAt least two community colleges, Alvin and Blinn, are also considering what they can and can’t teach to high schoolers enrolled in their fast-growing dual credit courses.
Texas Tech system’s vague guidelines on gender identity spur more questions than answers
Read full article: Texas Tech system’s vague guidelines on gender identity spur more questions than answersFaculty have spent weeks seeking clarity on new restrictions, which have often been issued by word of mouth. A written Q&A was rescinded.
What we know about Texas colleges reviewing courses amid push to limit gender identity instruction
Read full article: What we know about Texas colleges reviewing courses amid push to limit gender identity instructionThe federal and state governments want restrictions on recognizing trans and nonbinary people. Here’s how Texas’ higher education leaders are responding.
Texas Tech’s limits on gender identity discussion deepen fears of politics breaching academic freedom
Read full article: Texas Tech’s limits on gender identity discussion deepen fears of politics breaching academic freedomProfessors are afraid to publicly speak out, system leaders left key questions unanswered and advocates worry for LGBTQ+ students’ mental health.
Angelo State University bans classroom discussions of transgender identities, stirring criticism and confusion
Read full article: Angelo State University bans classroom discussions of transgender identities, stirring criticism and confusionInstead of a campus-wide announcement, faculty members say the restrictions have trickled down through department chairs and college meetings.
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Recruit of the Week: Allen Baseball's Austin Beck presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors
Read full article: Recruit of the Week: Allen Baseball's Austin Beck presented by Academy Sports + OutdoorsLast week, senior infielder Austin Beck played a key role in Allen's sweep over Little Elm. Between two games (a 7-0 win and a 5-3 win), Beck posted a .571 batting average with three doubles, a triple, and four RBIs.
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Wimberley's Harwood: Longtime ASU Commit Still Excited About College Opportunity
Read full article: Wimberley's Harwood: Longtime ASU Commit Still Excited About College OpportunityWimberley senior Holly Harwood is approaching the one year anniversary of her October 2019 commitment to Angelo State University soccer. "I decided to commit then because it gave me plenty of time to prepare and took off a lot of pressure, so I could just play," said Harwood. "I feel like ASU is a good fit for me because of the style they play and the coaching is very excellent." Harwood may have traded her Hill Country home for a college opportunity in West Texas, but it's still close enough for her family to watch her future athletic achievements. Before the move occurs, Harwood has another year as a Wimberley High School soccer, track and volleyball athlete.