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Gender identity

  • Some individuals identify as transgender, while others may not align with the gender binary (male or female).
  • Use the pronouns a person identifies with. If unsure, ask or use gender-neutral language.
  • For subject-specific references, use the individual's stated pronouns.
  • For non-subject-specific references or when gender is unknown, use they/them.

Examples:

  • Subject-specific: Barbara Perry, PhD, is a professor in the Faculty of Social Science and Humanities. She is a leading expert in hate crime.
  • Non-subject-specific: The student studied in the library for an upcoming test. Their computer was not working, so they contacted IT Services.