Sample #1
This course affirms people of all gender expressions and gender identities. If your name is different than what is on the class roster, please let me know. Feel free to let me know your gender pronouns over email, in class, or in office hours, whatever your prefer. You can also update your name and pronouns in Canvas. See the Name Change resource from the Office of Student Services for more information about how you can update your name in various campus systems. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me. Alison Park (she/her, alison.park.2@bc.edu), Associate Director, Thea Bowman AHANA and Intercultural Center, is also a resource to you if you are looking for additional support as an LGBTQ+ student on campus. Learn more about the resources available at the LGBTQ Support website. (St. Olaf)
Sample #2
I am firmly committed to diversity and equality in all areas of campus life, including specifically members of the LGBTQ community. In this class I will work to promote an anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels safe and welcome. I recognize that discrimination can be direct or indirect and take place at both institutional and personal levels. I believe that such discrimination is unacceptable and I am committed to providing an equitable learning environment by eliminating any and all discrimination, harassment, bullying, or victimization. The success of this policy relies on the support and understanding of everyone in this class. We all have a responsibility not to denigrate one another, or to participate in, or condone harassment or discrimination of any kind. (California State University, Chico)
Sample #3
Class rosters are provided to the instructor with the student’s legal name. I will gladly honor your request to address you by an alternate name or gender pronoun. Please advise me of your name and pronouns early in the semester so that I may make appropriate changes to my records.
You can also update your name and pronouns in Canvas at any time. You can also review the Name Change resource from the Office of Student Services for more information about how you can update your name in various campus systems. If you are an LGBTQ+ student looking for a little additional support on campus, you are encouraged to contact Alison Park (she/her, alison.park.2@bc.edu), Associate Director, Thea Bowman AHANA and Intercultural Center. Learn more about the resources available at the LGBTQ Support website.
Sample #4
Knowing and applying the names and pronouns that students wish to use is a crucial part of developing a productive learning environment that fosters safety, inclusion, personal dignity, and a sense of belonging across campus. Please let me know your name and pronoun anytime throughout the semester.
Sample #5
Class rosters and University data systems are provided to faculty with the student’s legal name and legal gender marker. As a faculty member, I am committed to using your proper name and pronouns. We will take time during our first class together to do introductions, at which point you can share with all members of our learning community what name and pronouns you use, as you are comfortable. You can also update your name and pronouns in Canvas at any time. If you’re interested in updating your name in other campus systems, the Name Change resource from the Office of Student Services outlines your options. Additionally, if these change at any point during the semester, please let me know and, if you would like to, we can develop a plan to share this information with others in the class in a way that is safe for you.
If you are looking for additional support as you prepare to discuss your name or pronouns on campus, you are encouraged to contact Alison Park (she/her, alison.park.2@bc.edu), Associate Director, Thea Bowman AHANA and Intercultural Center. Learn more about the resources available at the LGBTQ Support website. (Northern Illinois University)