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• Texas Tech’s limits on gender identity discussion deepen fears of politics breaching academic freedom

  By Jessica Priest, Jayme Lozano Carver and Sneha Dey Updated: Sept. 26, 2025

  Professors are afraid to publicly speak out, system leaders left key questions unanswered and advocates worry for LGBTQ+ students’ mental health. Full Story 

• Angelo State University bans classroom discussions of transgender identities, stirring criticism and confusion

  By Alex Nguyen and Lindsey Byman Sept. 25, 2025

  Instead of a campus-wide announcement, faculty members say the restrictions have trickled down through department chairs and college meetings. Full Story 

• Texas teachers, parents fear STAAR overhaul won’t take testing pressure off kids

  By Lindsey Byman, The Texas Tribune Sept. 24, 2025

  Skeptics of the replacement, which requires three exams throughout the year, want to see less restrictions on testing day and more teacher input. Full Story