University of Nebraska at Kearney pulls trans-focused faculty training after governor's threat
The University of Nebraska at Kearney canceled a transgender-focused faculty training module after backlash erupted online and drew swift condemnation from Republican Gov. Jim Pillen. The voluntary workshop, titled "How Can I Move From Supporting to Empowering Trans-spectrum Students?", was part of the school’s Monday Morning Mentor series and referenced a 20-minute program developed by a North Carolina college aimed at helping professors create a more inclusive classroom environment. The program drew attention after Libs of TikTok shared a university email about the training on X, criticizing the initiative and calling for the school to be defunded. "University of Nebraska at Kearney … wants faculty to attend a meeting where they’ll be taught about Empowering Trans Students and creating a DEI-inclusive classroom," the account posted. "This university receives our tax dollars … DEFUND … So sick of this trash." TRUMP ADMIN TERMINATES SOME AGREEMENTS W...