Gender Identity and Access
Illinois College Diversity Statement
Illinois College is committed to providing an environment in which all members of the college community will find support for their individual growth and development whatever their race/ethnicity, gender, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, national/geographic origin, language use, socio-economic status, first generation status, veteran/military status, or political ideology. As we shape our campus community, the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion is expressed within policy, practices, programming, decision-making, strategic planning, and pedagogy. Under this multidimensional framework, Illinois College will strive to develop a pluralistic community that directly supports our commitment “to the highest standards of scholarship and integrity in the liberal arts” and to developing in our students “qualities of mind and character needed for fulfilling lives of leadership and service."
Illinois College’s goal is to ensure the safety, comfort, and healthy development of all students, including transgender and gender nonconforming students, maximizing inclusion and social integration while minimizing exclusion and stigmatization.
Every student on campus is entitled to their internal perception of their own gender and pronouns. The College does not tolerate any sort of biases or harassment towards a person based on their gender or sexual orientation. This page references gender identity, sexual orientation, transgender, and other rights.
Policy for Gender Identity and Access
Changing Your Name
The Office of the Registrar requests notification when there is a legal change of name. Additionally, individuals can update their preferred name through Connect2 if it differs from their legal name.
Questions About Pronouns
In collaboration with the Center for Student Engagement, Inclusion, and Belonging, we can offer consultations regarding pronouns and the best gender-inclusive practices. MyPronouns also offers some great introductory information on this topic.
Updating Your Illinois College Photo
If you are interested in updating the photo associated with your account, you may need to apply for a new ID Card. You can contact the Office of Residential Life to schedule a time to have your photo retaken and a new ID issued at no charge.
Housing Policy
Fayerweather House is a gender-neutral living community that houses up to 18 students. Housing requests for other campus housing locations is processed on a case-by-case, interactive discussion with the Office of Residential Life and the student based on personal preference.
Restrooms
There are many single-user restrooms throughout campus. Some are gendered and some are non-gendered or gender neutral. Individuals shall have access to the restroom that corresponds to their gender identity.
Reporting Harassment
If you would like to make a report regarding sex- or gender-based harassment, complete the online form. A report is not considered a Formal Complaint, and there is no obligation to file a Formal Complaint. Our office can still offer supportive measures and resources even without a Formal Complaint.
Please note that all faculty and staff (unless designated otherwise) are mandatory reporters and must report any known incidents of sex- or gender-based harassment.
Additional Resources
ON CAMPUS
OFF CAMPUS
- ACLU - The ACLU also remains a champion of segments of the population who have traditionally been denied their rights.
- GLAAD - GLAAD is a non-profit organization focused on LGBTQ advocacy and cultural change. An extensive list of additional resources is included on the linked webpage.
- The SAGE Project - Focusing on the well-being of local Jacksonville LGBTQ+ by providing a safe space where they can be themselves.
- Trans Lifeline - Trans Lifeline is a grassroots hotline and microgrants 501(c)(3) non-profit organization offering direct emotional and financial support to trans people in crisis – for the trans community, by the trans community.
- The Trevor Project - The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning youth.