LGBTQ DISCUSSION
- ARTICLES
- PFLAG LGBTQIA+ terminology (Links to an external site.)
- GLAAD Ally’s Guide to Terminology
- 5 Good Reasons Why the “LGBTQIA+” Acronym Shouldn’t Include “Ally” (Links to an external site.)
- Adding “allies” to LGBT acronym sparking controversy (Links to an external site.)
- 9 Most Common Sexual Orientations (Links to an external site.)
- The Asexual Spectrum: Identities in the Ace community (
Discussion 1
Think about the articles you read regarding whether or not the word “ally” should be included in the LGBTQIA+ acronym and do 3 things (300 words per question):
A. List 1 reason why you think the LGBTQIA+ acronym should include ally
B. List 1 reason why you think LGBTQIA+ acronym should not include ally
C. Do you think A should include ally? Explain your reasoning
Discussion Post Guidelines:
- (20%) LENGTH. Each answer should be approximately 300 words in length. For example, if your Discussion 2 assignment requires you to answer 2 discussion questions, your entry for that week should be 600 words in length total (at least 300 words for each of the 2 questions for that week)
- (40%) COMPREHENSION. Demonstrate an understanding and application of the course readings and any other outside reading you may choose to use to answer the question.
- (20%) REFERENCES. You MUST cite using at least 1 citation per question: All discussion postings are expected to integrate information from at least one of the readings, class materials, and/or from an outside empirical or reputable news source. You should cite both within the text and provide a full reference at the bottom of your post.
- (20%) RESPONSES. In addition to your post, you have responded to two other posts by classmates
