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politics21 days ago

Texas A&M lecturer sues after termination tied to gender-identity discussion

A Texas A&M senior English lecturer sues the university in federal court, alleging her firing last year over a classroom video about a student’s objection to a gender-identity lesson violated her First Amendment free-speech rights and due process. The university says the firing was upheld despite independent reviews finding no cause, and it will vigorously defend the suit. The case unfolds as Texas A&M moves to end its women’s and gender studies program and state policies tighten limits on classroom discussions of gender and race.

via Politico|
#due-process#free-speech#gender-identity
Debate and Controversy Surrounding Texas A&M's Academic and Leadership Decisions
politics5 months ago

Debate and Controversy Surrounding Texas A&M's Academic and Leadership Decisions

Support for Texas A&M President Mark Welsh is growing among faculty and student leaders amid political calls for his ouster following a controversy involving a student's confrontation with a professor over gender identity topics. Despite criticism from some Republican lawmakers, several prominent groups have issued letters of support praising Welsh's leadership and character. The upcoming regents' meeting is not expected to directly address Welsh's employment.

via The Texas Tribune|
#controversy#faculty#mark-welsh
"Texas Universities Navigate DEI Ban Fallout: Shuffling Officials and Job Cuts"
education1 year ago

"Texas Universities Navigate DEI Ban Fallout: Shuffling Officials and Job Cuts"

Texas A&M University reassigned DEI employees to other departments and gave the department head a raise before the state law banning DEI on college campuses went into effect, sparking concerns that schools are attempting to embed the practice despite the law. Critics argue that the university's actions are a way to skirt the ban and continue promoting DEI principles. Texas universities have been laying off DEI employees in response to the law, but some lawmakers are concerned that schools are finding ways to continue promoting DEI at taxpayers' expense. Texas A&M University maintains that it is following the new laws and has eliminated DEI-related job duties across the university.

via Fox News|
#dei#diversity#education
"Jennifer Garner Mourns the Loss of Her Father, William, at 85"
obituary1 year ago

"Jennifer Garner Mourns the Loss of Her Father, William, at 85"

Actress Jennifer Garner's father, William John Garner, passed away at the age of 85. He was an Aggie who attended Texas A&M University and had a Bachelor and Masters of Chemical Engineering. Jennifer shared the news on Instagram, expressing gratitude for her father's gentle demeanor, work ethic, and loving legacy. She also thanked the medical communities that extended her father's life.

via KBTX|
#instagram#jennifer-garner#obituary
Texas A&M University Becomes NASA's Premier Space Research Hub
space-exploration2 years ago

Texas A&M University Becomes NASA's Premier Space Research Hub

NASA has selected Texas A&M University as the first approved facility in Exploration Park, a 240-acre development at the Johnson Space Center in Houston, to lease underutilized land for the development of a facility focused on human spaceflight research and development to enhance the commercial space economy. The lease agreement will allow the A&M System and others to create facilities for collaborative development, increasing commercial access and competitiveness in the space and aerospace industries. This collaboration aims to support U.S. goals for the commercialization and development of a robust space economy by fostering a multi-use environment for academic researchers, aerospace companies, and entrepreneurs to collaborate with NASA.

via NASA|
#commercial-space-economy#exploration-park#human-spaceflight
"Texas A&M University Announces Closure of Qatar Campus by 2028"
education2 years ago

"Texas A&M University Announces Closure of Qatar Campus by 2028"

The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents voted to end its contract with the Qatar Foundation, leading to the closure of its branch campus in Qatar over the next four years. The decision was influenced by concerns about instability in the Middle East and allegations of national security threats related to the partnership. The university has denied these accusations, stating that no nuclear engineering program or national security research is conducted at the Qatar campus. The campus, which opened in 2003, aimed to enhance engineering education and research in the Middle East. Operations were funded by the Qatar Foundation, and the university is now tasked with ensuring students can complete their education and fulfilling research obligations.

via The Texas Tribune|
#campus-closure#education#middle-east
Ohio State Names Ross Bjork as New Athletic Director
sports2 years ago

Ohio State Names Ross Bjork as New Athletic Director

Ross Bjork, the current director of athletics at Texas A&M University, has been named the new senior vice president and Wolfe Foundation-Eugene Smith Endowed Athletics Director at Ohio State, pending approval by the Board of Trustees. With over 30 years of experience in intercollegiate athletics, Bjork has a strong track record of success in competitive sports, academic excellence, and community engagement. He will succeed Gene Smith and is set to begin his tenure on July 1, 2024, bringing with him a wealth of experience and a commitment to leading Ohio State's athletic program with confidence and innovative thinking into the future.

via The Ohio State University News|
#athletics-director#college-athletics#ohio-state
Preconception: Texas A&M Researcher Urges Men to Avoid Alcohol for Three Months
health2 years ago

Preconception: Texas A&M Researcher Urges Men to Avoid Alcohol for Three Months

Researchers at Texas A&M University have found that the effects of alcohol consumption on a father's sperm can last longer than a month, impacting fetal development and increasing the risk of fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS). The study suggests that men should abstain from drinking for at least three months prior to conceiving to minimize the negative effects on sperm and improve pregnancy outcomes. This research challenges the traditional focus on maternal alcohol consumption and highlights the importance of considering paternal drinking habits in preventing birth defects.

via Texas A&M University Today|
#alcohol-consumption#birth-defects#fetal-development
Mark Welsh Selected as Texas A&M University President
education2 years ago

Mark Welsh Selected as Texas A&M University President

General Mark A. Welsh III has been unanimously approved by the Texas A&M University System Board of Regents as the sole finalist for the position of President of Texas A&M University. Welsh, who has been serving as the interim president since July, has been praised for his leadership and effectiveness in advancing the university's mission. Prior to his interim role, Welsh had a distinguished career in the U.S. Air Force and served as the dean of the Bush School of Government and Public Service. The appointment will be finalized after a comprehensive decision-making process in the coming weeks.

via Texas A&M University Today|
#board-of-regents#education#interim-president
Former Air Force Chief Mark Welsh III Named Sole Finalist for Texas A&M University President
education2 years ago

Former Air Force Chief Mark Welsh III Named Sole Finalist for Texas A&M University President

The Texas A&M Board of Regents has named Mark Welsh III as the sole finalist for the position of president, following his successful tenure as interim president. Welsh, a retired Air Force general, was appointed to help clean up the university after it faced employment scandals and a loss of trust among faculty and students. During his interim role, Welsh focused on rebuilding trust, improving communication, and addressing issues of academic freedom. He has garnered broad support from faculty and students, although some outside groups have accused him of supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. Welsh has emphasized his conservative values and commitment to traditional values. If officially appointed, Welsh will oversee the implementation of Senate Bill 17, which bans diversity, equity, and inclusion offices in public universities.

via The Texas Tribune|
#academic-freedom#board-of-regents#education