Dear Stamford community,
With all due respect to the Admission team and the news writer, I believe that using the language appropriate to a person's gender identity is the way to express our respect to his/her choice and how thoughtful we are. One of the guest speakers for this event identifies herself as a woman; therefore, we will need to address her as who she chose to be.
I understand that issues about transgender are sensitive in many cultures. However, as an international university, we appreciate and promote diversity, so respect and equal treatment are our priority.
Best regards,
Maytee