Florida strips sociology from core curriculum, igniting high-stakes battle over ideology in universities

Florida has removed sociology as a mandatory graduation subject across its public universities, pushing it to elective status from August, as reported by The Guardian. The decision reflects a broader ideological overhaul under Governor Ron DeSantis, with supporters calling it reform, while critics warn it narrows academic inquiry and reshapes the purpose of higher education.

Florida strips sociology from core curriculum, igniting high-stakes battle over ideology in universities
Florida has removed sociology as a mandatory graduation subject across its public universities, pushing it to elective status from August, as reported by The Guardian. The decision reflects a broader ideological overhaul under Governor Ron DeSantis, with supporters calling it reform, while critics warn it narrows academic inquiry and reshapes the purpose of higher education.