And as we grow old and wear our trousers rolled, we cannot adjust to claiming the word for our own usage and in our own vocabulary. The editors offered an explanation that mirrors our own life experiences for not including the widely accepted “Q.” Historically and linguistically, the word “queer” was offensive-and to many it remains so. In 2019 The Gay & Lesbian Review published “ The Ampersand Issue,” which explained its reason for rebranding itself as G&LR. If you are aware of GLAAD‘s “ &Together” campaign, you already understand that this simple symbol of the blue ampersand intends to unite all voices and identities. The name of the award reflects changes in language and scholarship and requires a brief explanation. After our many years of service and dedication to Sigma Tau Delta, we felt it was our personal duty to step up and acknowledge LGBT scholarship and creative work. In addition to providing representation, the award is compensation for the many years that LGBT voices have been overlooked, in general and in academic settings. The award specifically honors the best convention work representing or celebrating the LGBT community. Sigma Tau Deltans Kevin Stemmler and Larry Dennis-both longtime active Chapter Advisors, former members of the Sigma Tau Delta Board of Directors, and Delta Award Recipients-have created an annual LGBT convention award, which will be initially given at the Sigma Tau Delta 2022 International Convention, the Society’s first in-person event since spring 2019. CDT, take some time to learn about the special Convention Award opportunities available this year. With submissions for the Sigma Tau Delta 2022 International Convention being accepted now through Monday, November 1, 5:00 p.m.
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