Texas A&M President Unaware of Job Offer Changes Resulting in Professor's Hiring Mishap

Texas A&M President Kathy Banks claims she was unaware of changes made to an offer letter that resulted in a prospective journalism professor declining the position due to conservative backlash. The university's administration did not reach out to the candidate again, citing the potential for legal action. The mishandling of the hiring process has led to calls for an investigation by the Faculty Senate, as professors express dissatisfaction with the lack of transparency. The incident has damaged the university's reputation and highlights the ongoing scrutiny and resistance faced by universities regarding diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.