Anti-Choice College Applications

Published: July 25, 2007, 9:10 am

Tags: marriage family, sexual ethics, trends

I just downloaded a college application for a master's degree in fine arts in writing and literature from a New England college -- and became annoyed on the very first page. Under "Name," applicants are told to circle "Mr.," "Ms," or "Dr." There was plenty of room to include "Miss" and "Mrs.," so clearly they were not excluded for that reason. They were excluded, presumably, because they are not considered acceptable options for women to choose. I've run into this kind of anti-choice form before. When I recently filled out a credit card application, I was presented with the exact same options. I refused to use the title chosen for me ("Ms."), which I dislike exceedingly. That left "Mr." and "Dr." I chose "Dr." -- which, of course, is inaccurate. When I called the credit card company a few days ago over a billing problem, it was rather fun being referred to, respectfully, as "Dr.

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