course content oversight standards and a formal review process<\/a> as a first step to ensure full compliance with state and federal law, Board of Regents policy, and Chancellor directives authorized by Senate Bill 37. The guidance outlines expectations for classroom instruction and establishes a consistent process for faculty.<\/p>\nThe directive reinforces the Board of Regents\u2019 statutory responsibility to review and oversee curriculum \u2013 a responsibility reaffirmed through SB 37 \u2013 ensuring that Texas public institutions remain focused on their fundamental mission: educating students, advancing research, and preparing the next generation of Texas leaders. The new framework supports faculty by providing direction and guardrails, while preserving academic freedom to teach, analyze, and debate ideas within the bounds of the law.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe mission of the Texas Tech University System is to educate the next generation of Texas leaders and to drive innovation that strengthens our state and nation,\u201d said Chancellor Brandon Creighton. \u201cThese new guidelines reflect that mission by giving our faculty clarity, consistency, and guardrails that protect academic excellence. The purpose of this framework is to support both strong academic freedom and the accountability needed to maintain excellence. I applaud the decisive support given by the Board of Regents to ensure our universities remain focused on what matters most \u2013 educating students, advancing research, and positioning the TTU System to lead the nation. As Chancellor, I stand ready to work with our institutions to ensure swift and clear implementation.\u201d<\/p>\n
To strengthen compliance efforts, TTU System officials have also released a Course Content Review Process for faculty to utilize, which outlines a path to submit materials for review by department and university leadership, as well as the Academic, Clinical and Student Affairs Committee of the Board of Regents.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe Board\u2019s responsibility is to safeguard the integrity of our academic mission and maintain the trust of Texans,\u201d TTU System Board of Regents Chairman Cody Campbell said. \u201cThe Board welcomed the clarity provided by Senate Bill 37, which reaffirmed the Regents\u2019 role in curriculum oversight. This new framework strengthens accountability, supports our faculty, and ensures that our universities remain focused on education, research, and innovation \u2013 core commitments that position the TTU System for continued national leadership.\u201d<\/p>\n
Following the distribution of this guidance, faculty should ensure that course content aligns with state standards on race- and sex-based discrimination and with laws recognizing two sexes. Faculty may continue to examine or critique disputed ideas, but should not present prohibited concepts as endorsed or require students to affirm those ideas.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe strength of any university rests on the caliber, dedication, and integrity of its faculty,\u201d said Creighton. \u201cThe Texas Tech University System is fortunate to have talented faculty who understand the importance of their work and the lasting impact it has in shaping the lives and futures of our students.\u201d<\/p>\n
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