Discrimination against Religious Viewpoints Prohibited in Public Colleges and Universities: An Analysis of "Rosenberger v The University of Virginia.".

Schimmel, David

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Publication Date: 1996

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Discrimination against Religious Viewpoints Prohibited in Public Colleges and Universities: An Analysis of "Rosenberger v The University of Virginia."

Schimmel, David

West's Education Law Quarterly, v5 n1 p52-68 Jan 1996

"Rosenberger" prohibits public colleges and universities from discriminating against religious viewpoints in their allocation of student activities funds that are equally available to other groups. The Supreme Court decision also extends the range of facilities equally available to student religious organizations for free-speech activities beyond classroom space and auditoriums. (83 footnotes) (MLF)

Descriptors: Court Doctrine, Federal Courts, Fees, Freedom of Speech, Higher Education, Public Colleges, Public Education, School Law, State Church Separation, State Universities, Student Organizations

Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Laws, Policies, & Programs: Establishment Clause; First Amendment

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