In this The College Fix article, a Catholic university in Wisconsin has advised staff and students to avoid using the word “illegal” when referring to immigration status, arguing that the term is stigmatizing and harmful.
- The guidance was reportedly shared through internal university communications or training materials
- Administrators encouraged the use of alternatives such as “undocumented” instead of “illegal”
- The rationale focused on inclusivity, sensitivity, and concerns about dehumanizing language
- Critics argue the change undermines clarity about the law and legal definitions
- Some commentators say the policy reflects broader ideological trends in higher education
- The controversy has drawn attention to tensions between faith-based institutions and modern campus activism
- Questions have been raised about academic freedom and the role of Catholic teaching in public discourse
Read the full story: https://www.thecollegefix.com/catholic-university-in-wis-warns-against-using-word-illegal-too-stigmatizing/
