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Texas Tech Faces Lawsuit Over Course Restrictions | Austin News
Texas Tech University is under fire after faculty and student advocates file a landmark lawsuit challenging new policies that restrict classroom discussions on race, gender, and sexuality — moves critics say violate free speech and academic freedom. The lawsuit, led by major academic unions, targets two controversial memos from Chancellor Brandon Creighton: one requiring review of course materials on sensitive topics, and another mandating the phase-out of LGBTQ-focused programs — except in medical contexts. While Creighton claims the rules are legally mandated to preserve degree value and…
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