pronouns Archives - The Pitt News

Opinion | Stop only asking people to respect pronouns

By Thomas Riley, Staff Columnist • January 12, 2023

Just asking people to respect everyone’s pronouns is a weak form of activism that fails to truly uplift trans people.

Editorial | Pitt’s gender inclusive language guide is useful, worthy of praise

By The Pitt News Editorial Board • October 28, 2021

The fact is that taking small steps, like subbing out “ladies and gentlemen” for “yinz,” are of no cost to you, and are a show of respect and appreciation for others’ identities.

Opinion | Labels, like most things, are fluid

By Alex Dolinger, Staff Columnist • June 23, 2020

The tough thing about labels is that they’re not just the way that other people perceive you.

Opinion | No excuses — use people’s chosen pronouns

By Loretta Donoghue, For The Pitt News • September 26, 2019

Sam Smith’s situation serves as a reminder that there is no excuse for not using people’s chosen pronouns.

Opinion | The importance of using gender-neutral vocabulary

By Anne Marie Yurik, Staff Columnist • February 18, 2019

Pronouns, for the cisgender community, might not seem like a big deal. But many individuals who identify as non-binary lose accurate representation and feel excluded when people are unfamiliar with the gendered phrasing they’re using.