Marquette Bans ‘The Vagina Monologues’ Performance on Campus
MILWAUKEE
Marquette University officials are blocking “The Vagina Monologues” from being performed on campus, calling the play too distracting.
Marquette joins six other Roman Catholic schools not allowing the production.
Critics say restricting free speech compromises the university’s academic integrity.
“This makes us look exceedingly silly,” says Dr. John McAdams, a political science professor and vocal conservative. “Basically their policy is that if they allow something on campus, it means they’re endorsing it.”
The Eve Ensler play is based on discussions with 200 girls and women about their anatomy, including sections about homosexuality, orgasms and rape. The play is being put on by students from about 20 Roman Catholic schools this year, including DePaul University and Boston College.
