A federal appeals court has ruled that the University of Virginia, as a public institution, correctly denied a request that it help finance a Christian newspaper. The case centered on school policy concerning student organizations and is expected to go to the Supreme Court. (MSE)

The Supreme Court has ruled public colleges may not deny funds to student groups because they engage in religious activities. The case, involving the University of Virginia, sets looser standards for separation of church and state in higher education. Some see it as providing new protections against censorship and withdrawal of funds. Text of the…

The Supreme Court has heard arguments in a suit prompted by the University of Virginia's denial of funds to "Wide Awake," a Christian newspaper, based on the doctrine of separation of church and state. The justices appear divided on the issue. (MSE)

The Supreme Court's finding that the University of Virginia acted unconstitutionally in denying funds to students for a Christian newspaper not directly affiliated with a church raises new questions about legal issues of church-state separation and the allocation of student fees. Some legal experts feel the ruling could spell the demise of campus…