Students at St. John’s University in New York are protesting the University’s decision not to recognize a gay-straight alliance. University officials explain that they cannot recognize any group that is inconsistent with Roman Catholic teachings. Students point to what they see as inconsistencies in the policy.
"We need a gay-straight alliance at St. John’s for the same reason that there are organizations for other minorities," said senior Tim Spriggs, 20, of Columbia, Md.
The school is "ignoring a significant part of the student population," said Spriggs, who is not gay.
Students were also quick to point out that the school allows a slew of ethnic and religious organizations, including Jewish and Muslim groups.
[The New York Daily News via Inside Higher Ed]
