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Macalester College cracks down on offensive language such as 'derp,' 'wuss,' and 'you guys'
A Minnesota college has launched a campaign to warn students about the "oppressive impact" of offensive language such as "wuss" and "you guys."
The More Than Words: Inclusive Language Campaign was created by Macalester College's Department of Multicultural Life in order to "raise awareness about the importance of using inclusive language." The campaign includes a series of YouTube videos and posters around campus.
"I don't consciously do it, but I'll say 'You guys!' or 'We should do something together, guys!' and I don't even consciously...like, usually I'm addressing a group of all girls," a Macalester College University student said in a video in August.
"Our culture is heterosexist, it's racist, it's patriarchal. It's transphobic, homophobic, ageist, ableist," SooJin Pate, a Visiting Assistant Professor of American Studies, said in another video.
"Our language...not only reflects that culture but also creates it," she continued.Also read: College 'Feminist Museum' attacks hardware stores for selling pink tools
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