Reply #40: Rated-R Movies & Music lacking the"Christian atmsophere" are banned... wtf

[jerryman814]

Entertainment
Liberty University encourages students to abstain from any form of entertainment that would compromise their testimony to the world and their relationship to God.

Movies
Liberty University has always attempted to maintain a conservative standard in its approach to the arts and entertainment. Current policy for movie viewing allows for attendance at theaters but prohibits viewing of movies rated "R", "NC-17" or "X". The penalty for viewing such movies is a reprimandable offense. It should be remembered that in no way is Liberty University endorsing the movie industry's rating system as appropriate or Christ-honoring. In addition, the Division of Student Affairs will continue teaching guidelines and principles to students related to all forms of entertainment. This would mean that many "PG-13" and some "PG" movies, although not prohibited by policy, may also be inappropriate.

Music
Philosophy, tastes and personal convictions concerning music vary greatly among our students. Liberty University endeavors to teach discernment in evaluating and selecting all music. It is Liberty's desire to maintain a music standard that is conducive to a healthy Christian atmosphere. Students should learn to choose music that honors the Savior and is in harmony with God's word. Music which is offensive (i.e., lewd lyrics, anti-Christian messages, etc.) to Liberty's Christian stand is not permitted. This policy is implemented because:

The University desires to suggest a conservative policy for music, which honors the Lord.

Music expresses such an expansive variety of culture and background, attitude and thought, belief and message.

Some music, in its message, is clearly contrary to the standards of Liberty University.

There is a wide variance in personal styles and tastes.

Controversy surrounds some particular preferences.

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These types of rules are incredibly stupid. What are we teaching students? That all of the answers to life's problems lie in Candyland and Fantasia?