University of Nebraska at Kearney pulls trans-focused faculty training after governor's threat
The University of Nebraska at Kearney canceled a voluntary faculty training module focused on supporting transgender students following online backlash and criticism from Republican Governor Jim Pillen, who threatened investigations or funding cuts. The workshop, part of a broader faculty development series, was removed after being shared by the social media account Libs of TikTok. The university stated it has addressed the issue and reaffirmed its commitment to academic rigor and a welcoming environment. Governor Pillen praised the decision, emphasizing that public universities should align with state values and avoid 'woke indoctrination.'
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Woke Culture University of Nebraska at Kearney pulls trans-focused faculty training after governor's threat Libs of TikTok shared a university email about the program on X, calling for the school to be defunded By Michael Sinkewicz Fox News Published April 29, 2026 2:52am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video California schools face backlash for enforcing transgender ideology: report California Senate candidate Kristina Irwin and Teacher Freedom Alliance CEO Ryan Walters join 'Fox News @ Night' to discuss California schools' transgender policies and NYC parents pulling their children from public schools after Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral win.
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