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Pronouns and Gender Identity

NC State University is committed to providing a welcoming campus environment as a foundation for student success.

All students have the option to self-select their personal pronouns and gender identity in MyPack Portal. These fields are entirely optional and not required to update. If a student decides to select pronouns, this information will be visible administratively via class rosters, grade rosters and within the advising center.  Personal pronouns and gender identity may potentially be shared with authorized university officials, but are not considered directory information and will not be released to unauthorized third-party contacts. Parents or guardians granted access through MyPack Portal, as well as peer students, should not be able to view this information via their individual system access.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I set my pronouns and/or gender identity?

Students can update their pronouns and/or gender identity in MyPack Portal.

  1. Navigate to your Student Homepage
  2. Select the ‘Personal Information’ tile
  3. Select the ‘Pronoun/Gender Identity’ option
  4. Select the appropriate options from the dropdown menu(s)
  5. Select ‘Save’

What are the guidelines for self-entered pronouns and/or gender identity?

Generally, you can set self-entered pronouns and/or gender identity as desired, but the University reserves the right to delete a self-entered pronoun and/or gender identity if it is used in an attempt to harass or threaten, or is otherwise objectionable.

Do I have to provide and set pronouns and/or gender identity?

No. Both of these fields are entirely optional.

Can I delete or change my pronouns and/or gender identity after saving?

Yes. If you have designated pronouns and/or gender identity and wish to update or remove this information, you can do so in MyPack Portal.

  1. Navigate to your Student Homepage
  2. Select the ‘Personal Information’ tile
  3. Select the ‘Pronoun/Gender Identity’ option
  4. Change the desired field(s) to be blank or to the updated information
  5. Select ‘Save’

Where will this information be displayed?

Pronouns will be available administratively via class rosters, grade rosters, the advising center, and other areas of MyPack Portal for faculty and staff viewing. Information on pronouns and/or gender identity may be shared with authorized university officials, but will not be released to unauthorized or third-party contacts. Parents or guardians granted access through MyPack Portal, as well as peer students, should not be able to view this information via their individual system access.

Additional Resources

NC State Policies, Regulations & Rules (POL 04.25.05 – Equal Opportunity, Non-Discrimination and Affirmative Action Policy)
Office of Equal Opportunity