The president of Texas A&M University, Mark Welsh, has resigned this week following criticism over his response to a student complaint about a professor’s gender-identity lessons in a children’s literature class.
The university’s Board of Regents announced his resignation on Thursday, effective Friday at 5 p.m.
Chancellor Glenn Hegar praised Welsh as a man of honor who led with dedication but noted that this is the right time for a change to ensure the university’s continued excellence.
The controversy began after a student’s viral video highlighted gender ideology lessons in the professor’s class. While the professor has since been fired, she is appealing the decision. Welsh also removed English Department leaders from their roles and initiated a comprehensive audit of university courses.
🚨WE DID IT! TEXAS A&M PRESIDENT IS OUT!!🚨
Another MASSIVE victory for the LIBERTY BOTS against the Austin Swamp Rats!
As the first elected official to call for him to be fired, this news is welcome, although overdue.
Now…
END ALL DEI AND LGBTQ INDOCTRINATION IN TEXAS!! https://t.co/jLsb7iann8
— Brian Harrison (@brianeharrison) September 18, 2025
