HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — Marshall University is making changes to its restrooms on campus. Five gender-neutral, or family restrooms, have been installed.
The purpose of gender-neutral bathrooms is to make students who do not claim a specific gender identity, to feel more comfortable using the restrooms at school.
Mark Cutlip, director of the physical plant at Marshall, said gender-neutral restrooms make a difference for parents at Marshall as well. He said if a father brings his young daughter to Marshall, he now has a comfortable space to take her to the restroom.
“Any student should feel comfortable and have as much privacy as they need,” Cutlip said. “They’re also a great space for a family with small children…