The Senate Subcommittee on Higher Education will consider
the following interim charges:
Higher Education – “Faculty Senates”: Review and analyze the structures and governance in
higher education, focusing on the role of “faculty senates,” and like groups,
in representing faculty interests to higher education institution
administrations. Make recommendations to establish guidelines for the role
and representation of faculty by “faculty senates,” and like groups, at
higher education institutions in Texas.
Stopping DEI to Strengthen the Texas Workforce: Examine programs and certificates at higher education
institutions that maintain discriminatory diversity, equity, and inclusion
(DEI) policies. Expose how these programs and their curriculum are damaging
and not aligned with state workforce demands. Make recommendations for any
needed reforms to ensure universities are appropriately educating students to
meet workforce needs.
Improving K12-College Pathways: Review the availability of Advanced Placement and dual
credit course offerings in high schools and examine the transfer requirements
required for students to receive higher education course credit. Identify the
current challenges to streamlining the transfer process, including adequate
counseling for high school students. Make recommendations to ensure students
receive credit for successful completion of these courses.
Public testimony will be limited to two minutes per
person. If providing written testimony, please submit 7 copies with your name
on each copy.