Florida axes sociology as required class at state universities in latest attack on ‘woke’

Florida's state university system has removed sociology as a required course for graduation, a decision made Thursday by the board of governors appointed by Republican Governor Ron DeSantis. The move downgrades Introduction to Sociology from a core graduation requirement to an optional elective, ending decades-long practice that made it a popular choice across the state university system. The action is part of DeSantis's broader campaign against what he characterizes as "woke" ideological instruction on college campuses. The change will affect how Florida's public university students fulfill general education requirements going forward. The decision reflects the governor's growing influence over higher education curriculum through his appointments to the university board.