Tulane University has temporarily halted the approval process for a proposed revival of its chapter of Turning Point USA (TPUSA). The university announced on October 20, 2025, that it will “pause new applications for Recognized Student Organizations (RSOs)” while it conducts a comprehensive review of existing groups and their compliance with institutional policies.
The application to reestablish the TPUSA chapter came just one day prior to the announcement. Students involved argue the timing suggests a deliberate delay. “I feel like it’s very obvious that they’re trying to stall us,” one student leader said. The university’s statement cited a review aligned with its Non‑Discrimination Policy, Title VI and Title IX protections, and a “shared commitment to equitable student participation.”
The move comes amid growing concerns from conservative students about ideological bias on campuses. RSOs affiliated with national organizations often encounter extra scrutiny, and delaying recognition can limit those groups’ access to funding, meeting space, and campus platforms. At Tulane, only roughly 10 % of students reportedly registered as Republicans, raising questions about how much ideological diversity is tolerated.
The implications could extend beyond Tulane. Other campuses may adopt similar “pauses” under the guise of review, potentially creating a chilling effect on groups aligned with conservative or Christian principles.
