Problem
A. Moran begins her essay with a three-paragraph anecdote about a student, Christopher Schmitt. What is the point of this anecdote? Why does she begin her essay this way?
B. Moran's thesis appears in paragraph 5 of this essay. Why does she wait so long to state it? What claim does this thesis make? Should Moran have stated it earlier?
C. Why, according to Moran, are the obstacles faced by LGBTO+ individuals in STEM fields "particularly challenging" (para. 6)? Why, if you are LGBTQ+, a minority, and a woman, are you in a "triple bind" (10)?
D. According to Moran, why do many students who start out in STEM programs choose to quit? Why specifically do LGBTQ+ individuals consider leaving school or their workplace?
E. Moran believes that it is good for scientific inquiry to have a diverse workplace. Why? What evidence does she supply to support this conclusion?
F. What steps can universities and other institutions take to attract and retain LGBTO+ individuals?
G. Suppose Moran wanted to present her ideas as a speech. What parts of the essay would she have to expand? What parts would you advise?