Texas universities, including Texas A&M, are facing controversy over their response to a state law banning diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) departments on college campuses. Despite the law, universities are accused of reassigning DEI employees to other departments and giving raises, sparking concerns about continued promotion of DEI principles.
Key Points
Texas A&M reassigned DEI employees to other departments after the state law was passed
Concerns raised about universities trying to continue promoting DEI principles through other positions
Republican lawmakers in Texas working to prevent universities from circumventing the anti-DEI law
Pros
Enforcing state law banning DEI departments on college campuses
Ensuring fairness and parity within university departments
Cons
Accusations of reassigning DEI employees to other departments