title: Queering the discourse of diversity.
abstract: In this article, we use corpus linguistic methods to examine why lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) subjects are poorly recognized within diversity statements of U.K. and U.S. research universities. While universities position diversity as a marketable signifier, we argue that queerness is rendered invisible, lest its manifestation bring universities into disrepute. "Sexual orientation" appears as a "private" or "lifestyle" choice," and universities do not see it as part of their mission to enable students or employees to realize difference. We wish to propose that the language used in diversity statements should acknowledge notions of real inclusion and empowerment of those queers who work within them.
authors: School of Arts and Humanities, Nottingham Trent University, Clifton, Nottingham, United Kingdom. Liz.Morrish@ntu.ac.uk
authors: Liz
authors: L
authors: Morrish
authors: Kathleen
authors: K
authors: O'Mara
mesh_terms: D003142:Communication; D018864:Cultural Diversity; D005260:Female; D006716:Homosexuality; D006801:Humans; D008037:Linguistics; D008297:Male; D016134:Organizational Policy; D006113:United Kingdom; D014481:United States; D014495:Universities / Q000458:organization & administration