Public universities in Texas are using artificial intelligence tools in 2025 to review and revise course descriptions, syllabi, and related instructional materials that reference race and gender, according to internal records released through public information requests.
The records show that university administrators have directed faculty and staff to use AI programs to scan course materials for terms linked to concepts such as systemic racism, privilege, and gender identity and to suggest alternative language that aligns with new state restrictions on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
At least one large Texas university documented the use of commercial AI platforms to analyze course descriptions and program summaries and to rephrase or remove explicit references to race-based and gender-based frameworks.
Emails among academic leaders show departments were given deadlines to complete AI-assisted reviews before upcoming semesters as part of campuswide compliance efforts.
Internal communications from faculty governance bodies reflect discussions about academic freedom and the role of automated tools in shaping course content. Legal and compliance offices reviewed AI-generated language and issued additional guidance on terms to avoid or adopt, as well as documentation to keep for potential state audits.
