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UH removes over 45% of courses from its ‘core’ curriculum to comply with SB 37
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· August 21, 2026
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Key points Over 45% of courses have been removed to comply with SB 37. Examples of eliminated courses are Introduction to LGBT Studies and Women and Gender in Arabic Literature.
A university has made significant changes to its core curriculum. Over 45% of courses have been removed to comply with SB 37. The removed classes include some that focus on social issues, such as race and gender. Examples of eliminated courses are Introduction to LGBT Studies and Women and Gender in Arabic Literature.
Further details about the changes are available from the source. The removal of these classes may have an impact on the university's curriculum.
More information can be found through the source publication for those seeking additional context about the changes to the university's core curriculum.
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Category: News Published: August 21, 2026 Source: Houston Public Media Reading time: 1 min
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