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The Legislature banned diversity, equity and inclusion programs at public colleges and universities but the prohibition was not supposed to affect academics. Now, Republicans are suggesting DEI-related content in classrooms is hindering efforts to prepare students for the workforce.

The governor’s directive extends a tuition freeze for Texas’ public universities that was approved in the last legislative session.

In a statement, Benson said he'll remain in the role until the University of Texas Board of Regents selects his successor, a process he says could last the entire 2025 academic year.

Former instructor Michael Phillips said Collin College's decision not to renew his contract last year was based, in part, on his political leanings and public criticism of the school.