College Station, TX – Texas A&M University witnessed a symbolic moment today as Mark A. Welsh III exited the Administration Building, officially resigning from his post as university president. For many in the conservative community, this departure is not just a personnel change—it’s a long-overdue course correction.

A Presidency Marked by Controversy

Welsh’s tenure was marred by ideological clashes and donor discontent. Critics say he failed to uphold the university’s core values of integrity, respect, and tradition, instead allowing progressive ideologies to take root in faculty ranks and student affairs. His defense of controversial professors and alleged attempts to silence dissenting students drew sharp rebuke from alumni and conservative watchdogs.

One viral reply summed up the mood: “Woke ideology needs to be rooted out root and stem. He failed at doing so and defended the woke professors peddling propaganda over the students”.

Donor Exodus and Cultural Drift

Under Welsh’s leadership, Texas A&M reportedly lost key financial supporters who felt the institution was drifting from its mission. The erosion of trust between the administration and its conservative base—students, parents, and donors alike—culminated in calls for Welsh’s resignation. Many viewed his departure as a necessary step to restore accountability and realign the university with its founding principles.

Grassroots Pressure Pays Off

The reaction online was swift and celebratory. “Goodbye and good riddance. Took them long enough,” wrote one user, echoing the sentiment of many who felt ignored by the administration for too long. Others framed the resignation as a win against what they called “transgender indoctrination” and “woke propaganda,” demanding that taxpayer dollars no longer fund ideological experimentation on campus.

What Comes Next

Welsh’s resignation opens the door for a new chapter at Texas A&M—one that many hope will prioritize academic excellence, viewpoint diversity, and respect for tradition. The next president will face intense scrutiny, not just from faculty and students, but from a politically engaged public determined to keep the university grounded in its values.

For conservatives, this moment is more than a resignation—it’s a reminder that institutions can be held accountable, and that cultural course corrections are possible when voices unite.

09/20/2020 – Trophy Club, TX

Saturday night, citizens gathered in a social-distanced candlelight vigil at the Trophy Club Town Hall for Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg – to honor her life, work and legacy.

In comments to the Trophy Club Journal, the organizer of the event, Diane Gil stated, “The theme of this vigil is ‘In Honor and Action’. In solidarity we reflected on the enormous legacy left to us by RBG. We collectively shared the inspirations of Justice Ginsburg’s life and leadership as a call to fire up our own feminist action. May the memory of RGB be a revolution!”.

15 people were in attendance at the event. A few citizens spoke of what the late Justice meant to them.

Diane has been a Trophy Club Resident since 2013. She refers to herself as an Activist, Community Organizer & Feminist. She has participated in a couple of Black Lives Matter protest this summer, and attended the March on Washington in August. She currently has several of virtual registration events scheduled to kick off next week across Denton, Dallas, and Fort Worth counties.

We asked her what motivated her to organize the event. She responded,

“Like so many, I was speechless to hear the news about Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, but I also knew this was not the time to be silent. I am partnered with several women’s right movements and received an email asking to organize a vigil in my local community. I didn’t think twice about it. I had plans that I cancelled such as my youngest sons first kid pitch baseball tournament, a birthday dinner for my nephew, and surprise 40th birthday party for a dear friend (all Covid safe events). I didn’t know if anyone would show up, or if it would just be me. But it didn’t matter, I had to do my part.”

She added, “RBG was a living example of strength, courage, justice and empathy. Through her own adversities being Jewish, a woman, a mother, she was a true pioneer for equality. It was learning about her in my early thirties that I found my place as a feminist.

There are so many barriers to equality that women face beginning in childhood. I grew up in a poor community and depended on services such as Planned Parent Hood as a teenager. I have also had personal experiences in abortion and am all too familiar with the challenge women face in the workplace. Justice RBGs resolve for injustice and inequality was pragmatic, bold and admirable.”

Mrs. Gil hosts a podcast at Now What on Apple Podcasts and can also be found on YouTube,  at Instagram/Twitter: @dianegil_cwc and via email at: diane@cultivatewithcourage.com

##Updated – 09/21/2020 This post was updated to include additional information by the event organizer.

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06/05/2020 – Trophy Club, TX

Yesterday, citizens of Trophy Club gathered in protest to the tragic and unwarranted death of George Floyd by Derek Chauvin, a Minnesota police officer.

The event was conceived and organized by Alicia Livingston, a recent graduate of Byron Nelson High School.

Trophy Club police Chief Patrick Arata estimates that approximately 700 people joined the peaceful event on Trophy Lake Drive, in front of Tom Thumb.

In preparation of the event, Chief Arata coordinated with Keller, Southlake and Roanoke Police Department’s to have them on standby. Additionally, the National Guard and Texas DPS were stationed within a 2 minute radius, “ready to go if needed”, stated the Chief.

Also on location was the Trophy Club Emergency Volunteers Association (TCEVA) to hand out bottled water and make sure that everyone remained hydrated in 92 degree heat.

Fortunately, the protest ended without incident and protesters gathered their trash upon leaving.