Acronyms and terms can get confusing, so here is a simplified look at the LGBTQ+ acronym and some additional terms.
The + is an effort to be inclusive of other terms that may not fit under the various acronyms available and can include the following terms: Bigender, Demisexual, Gender Fluid, Genderqueer, Pansexual, and more.
A more detailed collection of terms can be found at itspronouncedmetrosexual.com.
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The databases at the top house several articles and other resources that may be of interest. A selection of specific articles are linked below the databases. Some resources are only available if you're on campus or logged in off campus. If you have trouble accessing any of these articles, you may use the contact information on this guide's Getting Started page for assistance.
Gender Studies Collection provides balanced coverage of this significant aspect of culture and society. The database offers access to scholarly journals and magazines covering topics including gender studies, family and marital issues, and more.
This collection explores cultural differences, contributions and influences in our global community. This set includes 150 full-text journals. Coverage begins in 1980. Full text available.
JSTOR is a digital library of academic journals, books, and primary sources.
Covers literature and criticism, history, the visual and performing arts, cultural studies, education, political science, gender studies, etc. Contains current full text scholarly journals which cover these fields and a significant collection of recent scholarly books.