Policy on Gender-Inclusive Language

Title

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Policy on Gender-Inclusive Language

Introduction

Purpose

To provide an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our University community.

Scope of Applicability

To be used on University documents, websites, and policies.

Policy

Policy Statement

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our community. Consistent with that commitment, gender-inclusive terms (chair; first-year student; upper-level student, etc.) should be used on University documents, websites and policies.

A guidance handout ("Gender-Inclusive Language") may be found on the UNC Writing Center website.

Exceptions

None.

Related Requirements

University Policies, Standards, and Procedures

Contact Information

Policy Contact

Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost
104 South Building
CB #3000
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3000
Telephone: 919-962-2198
Fax: 919-962-1593

Other Contacts

The Writing Center
Campus Box #5135
0127 SASB North
450 Ridge Road
Chapel Hill, NC 27599
Telephone: 919-962-7710
Email: writing_center@unc.edu