Michigan State School of Journalism

Gen X and Millennials are explored in this double guide in Michigan State University's Bias Busters series. It answers everyday questions and stereotypes about these two important generations. Learn how they got their names, how these generations are described and how their proud members identify themselves.

This simple, introductory guide answers 100 of the basic questions people have about Chaldean Americans. It has answers about identity, origins in places including Mesopotamia, Babylon and Iraq, language, religion, families, customs, dating and marriage, education and work.

This guide has sections on terminology, identity, relationships, families, health, safety, school, work, visibility, coming out, civil rights, politics and religion. The guide offers quick, accurate answers to basic, introductory questions about gay, lesbian, bisexual and other sexual orientations. It is a starting point for people in business, schools, places of worship, government, medicine, law enforcement, human resources and journalism. The guide suggests resources for those who then want greater depth. Questions include: How many sexual orientations are there? Does everyone fit into a category? Are bisexual and pansexual the same? What does heteronormativity mean? What about homonormativity? Why do some gay people say "queer" or "faggot?" What is intersectionality? What percentage of Americans identify as gay? Are gays more feminine and lesbians more masculine? Do gay and bi people have only gay and bi friends? Are people born gay? Can sexual orientation change? How is dating different in the LGB community?

"100 Questions and Answers About Police Officers is part of the Michigan State University School of Journalism series on cultural competence. This guide has sections on Training and Certification, special assignments, police culture, use of force, community policing, police jargon and police funeral etiquette. The guide is written for those who want quick answers to basic, introductory questions about police, sheriff's deputies and public safety officers. Questions include: Why do people become police officers? What are the personal rewards of police work? How dangerous is police work? How does police work affect families? How much formal education is required? What does police academy training include? How does police academy training prepare police for real-life situations? Is training different for men and women? What training happens after the academy? What are certification programs for police? What are ranks for police officers? Do most officers start out with road duty? What is the dispatcher's relationship with police? Is everyone who works for the police department an officer? What physical assessments do officers have to pass? Are there also psychological assessments? How are promotions decided?

"100 Questions and Answers About Transgender People is part of the Michigan State University School of Journalism series on cultural competence. The guide is written for those who want quick answers to basic, introductory questions about transgender people. It is a starting point, for family members, teachers, people in business, places of worship, government, medicine, law enforcement, human resources and journalism who want to get a fast grounding. The guide suggests resources for those who then want greater depth. Questions include: What is the difference between gender and sex? What is the gender spectrum? At what age do people start understanding their own gender identity? What is transitioning? How does someone know they should transition? Do all transgender people have gender-confirming surgery? Are most transgender people gay? What is gender identity? How many transgender people are there in the United States?