Philosophy professor Nicholas Meriwether sued Shawnee State University in Ohio after the university reprimanded him for refusing to use a transgender student's correct pronouns.
are about respecting people,” Poe said. “We are disappointed in the outcome of this case and are concerned about the effect it could have on students, specifically transgender and nonbinary students.", Sarah Kennedy, vice president of communications at GLAAD, said. But not doing so can have grave consequences.
“We know that affirming young trans and nonbinary people by respecting their pronouns is associated with lower rates of suicide. "So-called educators who choose to single out and disrespect their trans students have no place in educating young people. Support from family, friends, fellow students, and educators, has the power to create better, more positive outcomes for trans youth.
In its statement, Shawnee State expressed concern that the lawsuit was being used for a larger purpose. “Over the course of this lawsuit, it became clear that the case was being used to advance divisive social and political agendas at a cost to the university and its students,” the statement said. “That cost is better spent on fulfilling Shawnee State’s mission of service to our students, families and community.”
Across the country, schools at all levels are grappling with increased scrutiny on student identity in the classroom. In Florida, a bill dubbed the “Don't Say Gay” law by opponents limits discussion of sexuality and gender in schools, something both students and teachers have
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