Owned by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, BYU just updated its 'honor code,' leading many to believe it had become more LGBTQ inclusive.
Owned by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, BYU just updated its"honor code," leading many to believe it had become more LGBTQ inclusive.SALT LAKE CITY — After Brigham Young University two weeks ago dropped a section from its strict code of conduct that had prohibited all expressions of homosexual behavior, bisexual music major Caroline McKenzie felt newfound hope that she could stop hiding and be herself. She even went on a date with another woman.
“It’s psychologically damaging,” said McKenzie, 23, of Kaysville, Utah. “It has been a roller coaster the last couple of weeks. This last Wednesday pretty much destroyed me. It felt like I was drowning again.” As they chanted loudly, “We’re here, we’re queer, we’re done living in fear,” many stared up at windows in the church headquarters.
Students who attend BYU in Provo, south of Salt Lake City, agree to adhere to the code of conduct known as the “honor code,” and nearly all are members of the church. Punishments for violations range from discipline to suspension and expulsion. The code bans other things that are common at other colleges, including drinking, beards and piercings.
Church members Joey Pierson and Luke Larsen held hands as they chanted and sang along Friday at the rally. The young couple that identify as gay are still in high school, but came out to support fellow gay Latter-day Saints who attend BYU.
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