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Why is the United Methodist Church meeting over LGBTQ+ rights?

Delegates at the church's General Conference are likely to vote to rescind anti-LGBTQ+ policies, but it's not a done deal.

Duke President Urges Repeal of Anti-LGBT North Carolina Bill

In a statement issued Monday, Richard Brodhead argued the bill “runs counter to the ideals of Duke University.” 

Duke rape suspect may get jail time for antigay assault

Accusations that Duke University lacrosse player Collin Finnerty raped a college student could upset a deal that kept him out of prison over an antigay assault last year.

Final Four Coaches, University Officials Weigh In on Indiana's RFRA

Officials with the schools competing in this weekend's NCAA finals are speaking out on Indiana's controversial Religious Freedom Restoration Act.

Will Republicans Again Stop Obama From Putting Gay Man on Appeals Court?

Once again, a nominee from President Obama for the U.S Court of Appeals could set an important first for LGBT people.

17 Photos of the Trans Experience by Mariette Pathy Allen

The lauded photographer will have a special Pride exhibition at Culture Lab LIC in New York until the end of July.

Decades of Old Research Leads to Possible HIV Vaccine For Kids

Researchers at Duke University have made a breakthrough with pediatric HIV vaccination after finding overlooked data in previous trials.

Supreme Court Post-Gaming: What's Kennedy Thinking?

Duke University law and political science professor Neil Siegel was at the Supreme Court hearing. He tells us why he expects Justice Roberts isn't our friend and Justice Kennedy will save the day.

Duke Press Debuts New Academic Journal for Trans Studies

Transgender Studies Quarterly bills itself as the first nonmedical journal focusing on contemporary issues facing the trans and gender-nonconforming communities.

College made easy

The Advocate College Guide for LGBT Students is the best ever road map to gay-friendly campuses. Even if we do say so ourselves.

Duke University Rejects Student Group Over Homophobic Policy

Young Life bars those who "practice a homosexual lifestyle" from staff and volunteer positions.

Duke University Makes Applications More Welcoming for LGBT Hopefuls

In an optional, open-ended short essay, applicants to Duke can now describe their sexual orientation and gender identity in their own words.

Study: Religions' Acceptance of Gays and Lesbians Increases

While news stories often note churches' increasing openness to gays and lesbians, a Duke University study offers numbers to confirm that trend.

WATCH: S.C. Clubgoers Counter Homophobic Kiss-Off With Kiss-In

Some college students say a club in a South Carolina resort area had ejected same-sex couples for kissing -- so they decided to bring a lot of same-sex kisses its way.

WATCH: UCLA Football Coach Welcomes Gay Players

Jim Mora's appearance in a You Can Play video marks the first high-profile participation by a college football coach.