Personal Pronouns (Gender Identity Terms) in Canvas and Zoom

Posted February 4, 2022 in JMU Libraries News

Using a person’s correct pronouns and proactively sharing yours are two ways to show respect and promote an inclusive environment. Did you know you can display your personal pronouns in Canvas and Zoom? Simply follow these instructions:

• Canvas: How to select personal pronouns in a user account as a student
• Zoom: How to add and share pronouns 

Learn more about personal pronouns and gender identity: 

• What are Personal Pronouns and Why Do They Matter? from MyPronouns.org
• A Guide to Gender Identity Terms from NPR
• Inclusive Environments and Pronouns presentation (log in with your JMU credentials to view or save the PowerPoint file) from the Libraries’ Online Learning team
• LGBTQ+ Inclusion Guide for Faculty and Staff from JMU’s SOGIE
• JMU and Community LGBTQIPA Resources from JMU’s Safe Zone