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    Colleges & Pride: Neutrality Policies and State Laws Impact LGBTQ+ Celebrations

    Colleges & Pride: Neutrality Policies and State Laws Impact LGBTQ+ Celebrations

    Many universities, including UChicago, UNC, UNT, and Lamar, have removed LGBTQ+ Pride Month posts or flags, citing institutional nonpartisanship policies, state laws like Texas's SB 17, or aligning with conservative "Fidelity Month" initiatives. This reflects a trend of universities distancing from LGBTQ+ advocacy.

    Purdue Ends Partnership with Student Paper ‘The Backer’

    Purdue Ends Partnership with Student Paper ‘The Backer’

    Purdue University ended its partnership with 'The Backer,' restricting distribution and use of the 'Purdue' name. The university cites freedom of expression and nonpartisanship as reasons for the change.