Texas Professor Sparks Uproar with “Sex Is Assigned” Claim in Lecture
By Finish The Race News | July 19, 2025
A Texas State University professor has ignited a wave of backlash after telling her class that humans are not born with a sex — rather, it is “assigned” at birth. The comments, made during a course at the San Marcos campus, have drawn fierce criticism from conservatives, parents, and Christian organizations who accuse academia of pushing radical gender ideology onto impressionable students.
The professor, who has not been publicly named by the university, reportedly told students in a Women and Gender Studies class that biological sex is not innate but is a social construct imposed on infants by doctors and parents. According to one student whistleblower, the educator claimed, “We’re not born with a sex — it’s assigned to us,” during a lecture earlier this month.
The claim, which contradicts long-standing biological and scientific consensus, is the latest example of progressive ideology seeping into higher education under the guise of “inclusive teaching.” Critics argue it’s yet another attempt to indoctrinate students with postmodernist ideas that reject objective truth.
“This is anti-science nonsense,” said Texas Values President Jonathan Saenz. “You cannot change the fact that humans are born male or female. Chromosomes don’t lie. And professors who confuse young adults with this agenda are doing a disservice to truth, biology, and society.”
Texas State University has so far declined to comment on the specifics of the class discussion, citing academic freedom. A university spokesperson said in a brief statement, “Faculty members are encouraged to promote open discourse and critical thinking.” But for many Texans, this goes beyond debate — it reflects a dangerous shift away from truth.
The idea that sex is assigned rather than biologically determined has been popularized by transgender activists and certain sectors of academia in recent years. However, mainstream medical science still affirms that biological sex is determined at conception by the combination of X and Y chromosomes.
Dr. Michelle Cretella, executive director of the American College of Pediatricians, has consistently rejected such claims. “Sex is not assigned at birth; it is identified,” she has stated in previous interviews. “Human sexuality is binary — XX means girl, XY means boy — and this is encoded in every cell of the body.”
Yet despite these clear biological markers, university programs in gender studies continue to push theories rooted in radical ideology. The language of “sex assignment” has migrated from niche academic circles into mainstream media, classrooms, and corporate policies, with increasing speed and impact.
A Christian student group at Texas State released a statement condemning the professor’s remarks, calling on the university to re-evaluate its curriculum. “We are deeply concerned that young minds are being exposed to teachings that deny God’s created order,” said the group’s president, Leah Hart. “Genesis 1:27 tells us clearly: ‘Male and female He created them.’ This is not a debate — it’s divine truth.”
Texas has been a major battleground in the ongoing national debate over gender ideology, especially in public schools and universities. Earlier this year, state legislators passed bills aimed at protecting women’s sports and banning gender-transition procedures for minors. Governor Greg Abbott has expressed support for measures that restore biological clarity in education.
Despite this, incidents like the one at Texas State show that leftist ideas are still deeply embedded within many college departments — especially in humanities and social sciences. Critics argue that tenure protections and lax oversight allow professors to use the classroom to promote personal beliefs rather than teach established facts.
“These professors are not neutral educators — they’re activists,” said conservative commentator Allie Beth Stuckey. “They are not interested in truth or science. Their goal is to tear down every God-given distinction in the name of progress.”
Many concerned Texans are now calling for increased parental oversight and more robust policies to ensure that students receive an education grounded in truth and biology. Some are even encouraging parents to seek out Christian colleges that uphold biblical values.
Amid the controversy, the story has gained national attention, with media outlets and online commentators sounding the alarm over what some are calling “academic insanity.” The Gateway Pundit and The College Fix were among the first to report the student’s account of the lecture, citing anonymous testimonies and confirming the widespread concern among peers.
The debate comes at a time when the state is also dealing with a devastating flood that has claimed dozens of lives. As of July 18, the Texas flood death toll has risen to 59, with 11 girls still missing from Camp Mystic. Some critics argue that universities should focus more on preparing students for real-world crises rather than promoting divisive social theories.
As the culture war intensifies in academia, conservative leaders are urging parents, donors, and legislators to take action before these ideologies become the norm. “We’re watching the unraveling of reality in real time,” said one local pastor. “But as Christians, we must stand firm. Truth is not up for debate.”
The Texas State incident is a sobering reminder that the classroom is a front line in the broader battle over truth, identity, and biblical values. And for many, this latest controversy is not just about one professor’s opinion — it’s about reclaiming education from the grips of confusion and restoring it to a place of clarity and conviction.
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