Tough Love From A Texas University

Ain't it great when a students have someone looking out for them?

Baylor University in Waco, Texas, which bills itself as the world's largest Baptist college, has threatened to discipline female students if they pose for Playboy magazine, which is trying to recruit models from the college.

Playboy photographers came to Baylor's hometown seeking models for a photo spread on women of the Big 12 college athletic conference, of which the college is a member.

Baylor Vice President for Student Life Samuel W. Oliver sent an e-mail to women students this week warning that any who "associate" with Playboy would be subject to the university's disciplinary processes.

"Playboy is clearly antithetical to Baylor's mission and associating with the magazine would be a violation of the code of conduct," Oliver wrote in the e-mail. University officials said punishment could include suspension.

Probably some students would choose to pose for the magazine. There always seem to be a few willing to do so. Some of them may regret their decision later. But their school has no right to interfere. Its their decision to make.

There are many good Texas Universities. Hey, Baylor coeds... transfer. Find a school that allows its students freedom to live their lives on their own terms without interference. Just a suggestion.

Do I get credit for showing restraint in my choice of picture?

Soapbox time: This's a good example of a situation that really pisses me off. I don't care if it's my school, employer, neighbor or government, keep your fucking nose out of my affairs if I'm not breaking the law or hurting anyone.