University to Stop Using the Word ‘Field’ Because It ‘Could Be Considered Anti-Black’
In the name of inclusivity and anti-racism, it has become popular to stop using certain words. But some of those attempts to be inclusive and ensure in no way, shape, or form anyone can possibly be offended are getting…
In the name of inclusivity and anti-racism, it has become popular to stop using certain words.
But some of those attempts to be Inclusive and ensure in no way, shape, or form anyone can possibly be offended are getting crazy.
And the University of Southern California’s School of Social Work (USC) is one of those institutions going to the extreme.
It now plans to remove the word “field” from its curriculum for anti-racism purposes.
A letter dated Jan. 9, reads, “We would like to share we are making a change… to ensure our use of Inclusive language and practice.”
“Specifically, we have decided to remove the term ‘field’ from our curriculum and replace it with ‘practicum.’ This change supports anti-racist social work practice by replacing language that could be considered anti-Black or anti-immigrant in favor of Inclusive language,” it continued.
The letter stated, “Language can be powerful, and phrases such as ‘going into the field’ or ‘field work’ may have connotations for descendants of slavery and immigrant workers that are not benign.”
Check out the letter below:
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