‘Step in the right direction’: UMD students respond to ‘X’ gender marker on passports
Students also expressed expanding the 'X' gender marker to other forms of ID, or removing gender markers altogether.
UMD study says gender-affirming policies benefit student mental health
Gender-affirming policies can improve students’ mental health, according to a report co-led by Jessica Fish, a University of Maryland assistant professor in the family science…
US Education Department extends Title IX protections to transgender students
The department justified the decision by referring to a Supreme Court case that ruled it is impossible to discriminate against a person based on their sexual orientation or gender identity without discriminating against that person based on sex.
TransU and Prism host town hall to discuss transgender and nonbinary experience at UMD
About 20 attendees gathered virtually on Tuesday.
Transgender representation on TV is evolving for the better
While some representation is still flawed, there has been growth.
Halle Berry’s apology isn’t enough
The actress’s apology left out key points, highlighting what is wrong with Hollywood’s perception of trans issues.
Pride Month and the Black Lives Matter movement unite at College Park demonstration
The procession traveled from College Park to Largo.
The Democratic Party is taking LGBTQ voters for granted
Why aren't LGBTQ issues talked about at the Democratic debates?
We should all celebrate Pride Month. Here’s how to do so respectfully.
Pride Month has a lot to offer, but it should be celebrated thoughtfully.
UMD South Campus Dining Hall will add accessible, gender-inclusive bathrooms
The bathrooms are set to be updated over the summer.