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Just to clarify those policies that most colleges have.....
Under various non-discrimnation clauses that are in the US constitution and other documents, public universities cannot discriminate against race, gender, disability, veteran status, religion, nationality, etc. If the university cannot discriminate, it makes sense that the student organizations it recognizes should not discriminate either. Not all universities make a distinction between those that are funded and those that are not funded.....many believe all groups should follow the same policy if they want recognition from the university.
There are some exceptions where groups are allowed to discriminate, such as single sex sports clubs and social fraternities and sororities. Those groups are granted the exception by the federal government. The university does not get to decide who can discrminate and who cannot - they follow what is set forth by the government and court cases.
The problem coming in to play is that which protection should override the other: non-discrimination or the freedom to associate? In the past, it has been non-descrimination. With new lawsuits coming up such as this one, the tide seems to be turning and universities should consider the protection of freedom to associate.
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