"I find it dispiriting that a symbol that is intended to signal to everybody that they're welcome is being treated the same way as symbols of hate."
"It was accompanied by a note saying it had been removed "per university police" because it violated a campus policy prohibiting signs, posters or flags "displayed through outward-facing windows or doors.""
"We remain committed to ensuring BU is an inclusive, welcoming and supportive community, and there are many ways to express and demonstrate our values consistent with policies."
Boston University removed pride flags from the Women's, Gender and Sexuality Studies Department offices and two professors' offices during spring break. The flags were taken down per university police due to a campus policy prohibiting signs, posters, or flags displayed through outward-facing windows or doors. Faculty members expressed concern that the policy treats inclusive symbols the same as symbols of hate. University leadership criticized the enforcement as contradicting BU's values and those of Boston. The university spokesperson stated the policy applies uniformly to all displays and is not an endorsement or rejection of any viewpoint, while emphasizing commitment to an inclusive community.
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