Senate to inspect University policy on non - Catholic religious groups

In a move destined to increase both religious freedom and freedom of assembly on campus, the Student Senate unanimously voted last night to examine the current University policy regarding non Catholic religious groups. According to Executive Coordinator Doug Wurth, the official school policy, as set forth by Director of University Mini'itry Father Daniel Jenky, prohibits nonCatholic religious groups from organizing or meeting on campus. As examples of this, he said both the Campus Bible Fellowship and the Campus Crusade for Christ have been forbidden from holding organized meetings on the campus. Wurth, who is heading the senate's committee dealing with this issue, said "There are people who came into campus as christians and they want a place to meet." Interested onlooker Bill Healy thought the current policy unjust. "If they are going to let a person in, either let them practice (their religion) or don't let them in," he said. Wurth will have more information, along with a copy ofthe official policy, in a future senate meeting. Joanie Cahill, president of Lyons Hall, reported "the number one issue at February's Board of Trustees meeting will be equal access" in admissions for women. Cahill, who last fall gave the board a comprehensive report on the women's role at Notre Dame, said she recently spoke with a board member and was told this information. In the second week of February, Notre Dame will play host to about 20 students from various universities, including Marquette, DePaul, and Villa Nova. Exchange Coordinator Steve Taeyerts said the cost wold be approximately $300, with activities including a leadership conference, several meals, and seats at the upcoming Syracuse basketball game. According to Student Body President Rob Bertino, the event is necessary because "we get questions from