I’m technically Dr. Jordan Thayer. I have a doctorate in the philosophy of computer science, focusing on AI. I have a weird relationship with my…
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I didn’t celebrate pride the first few years after I realized I was queer. At first, it was because I was closeted, and well, that’d…
I’d like to tell you that being a trans woman doesn’t impact my work. I’d like to tell you that it doesn’t impact my work,…
I love conferences. I love getting up and presenting. I love the chance to catch up with friends from different companies and different states. I…
Disclaimer Before I get too far, I should reiterate, this story is largely from my recollections. It was… a rough time in my life. I’m…
I really loved my undergraduate experience. I had supportive friends, engaging classes, and I finished it off by meeting the woman whom I’d later marry.…
It’s been a little over a year since I started hormone replacement therapy (HRT). I almost missed the anniversary of it. Several fires in my…
March 8th was International Women’s Day. I don’t know what to think about holidays like this. One day isn’t going to move the needle on any matter of real importance. Important things are big, and change is slow. But, for me, a lot changed. I feel more comfortable where I work now, and that’s a big deal.
For many people college is a time and a place to really figure yourself out. You’re on your own in a way maybe you haven’t…
When I started coming out to my family, they all asked questions. It was interesting to me what they asked, and what they didn’t. One question kept coming up, “When did you know?”.
This might surprise you, but that’s a difficult question to answer.