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Category Archives: Stereotypes
Get Rid Of The Gender Binary, Researchers Too!
This is a crosspost from The Communicated Stereotype. You can view the original post here. Dear Researcher, Thank you for the work you do and for inviting my children to participate. We have been participating in these studies since my … Continue reading
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Here’s To Hope
Trigger Warning: Election Discussion I need to preface this: I am 100% okay with you having an opinion, with your opinion being different than mine, and with us having a civil discussion about ideas and opinions. I am okay with … Continue reading
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What is a Safe Space?
This week for Terminology Tuesday I want to discuss safe spaces, because I feel like there’s a growing animosity toward them, especially in school settings. A safe space is a space in which individuals will be welcome regardless of who … Continue reading
Pronouns and Transphobia
Recently, the University of Michigan has made an important change regarding pronouns which will help LGBTQ+ students feel they are seen, heard, and included on campus. For anyone looking to see how this change was handled, see the email sent … Continue reading
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Tragedy at Pulse
This morning began, for me, like most mornings do. I looked at the clock to see if I either underslept or overslept. I unplugged my phone and checked to see if I had any urgent notifications, then moving to check … Continue reading
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“Finding Dory” and Media Representation
Due to a recent trailer, there is talk of the possibility of a lesbian couple in “Finding Dory.” This has gotten a lot of attention lately, and I wanted to take the time to discuss it as well because it is … Continue reading
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Role Models
Recently I was reading the article “Why Colleges Need to Hire More Trans Faculty” which states the reason for this as trans* students needing role models. While I agree that trans* students should have role models they trust, I feel every … Continue reading
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Gender Stereotypes and Security
I feel like it’s important to begin this by saying I don’t feel wholly “female” or “male” (my gender identity falls on the gender spectrum). I know I’ve said it numerous times on here, but it relates, so please bear … Continue reading
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