What Does Uni Need to Do Better?
First and foremost, Uni needs to do a better job of using people’s correct pronouns. There has been an issue with people, especially teachers who do not put in the effort to finding out and using student’s correct pronouns. Giving and asking for pronouns should be as normal as asking for someone’s name and saying your own. Although it takes minimal effort to call people the correct name and pronouns, it can make a big difference in someone’s life when people respect who they are. There is no reason to not ask for people’s pronouns and this small act can make a huge difference. The next thing that needs to happen at Uni is that both teachers and students need to make fewer assumptions about people’s sexuality. When I came out, I heard that some people were surprised and had assumed that I was straight. I do fit the stereotype of a straight person because of how I dress and the activities that I do, but I don’t think that straight should be ...