Overview
- UT Austin psychology professor Art Markman said he was removed as senior vice provost for academic affairs over “ideological differences,” and he remains a faculty member as Juan M. Dominguez serves as interim.
- Gov. Greg Abbott said Texas is targeting professors focused on “leftist ideologies” and called to end what he described as indoctrination in education.
- The UT System confirmed an ongoing review of gender identity and LGBTQ courses across its 14 institutions to ensure compliance with law and regental priorities, with findings to be taken up next month.
- A federal judge temporarily barred the UT System from enforcing a new state law restricting overnight campus speech as student groups pursue a First Amendment challenge.
- The White House offered a 10‑point funding compact to nine universities, including UT Austin; several institutions rejected it, UT said it is reviewing the offer, and a spokesperson warned detractors not to expect further federal support.