[Athen] "walk-in" terminology

[Howard Kramer]

Here's another question for the oracle known as ATHEN. I was asked by
another department on campus if the term "walk-in" which refers to an
individual requesting services in-person at the library without an
appointment, is offensive.

 

Is this considered poor terminology because of the reference to the physical
act of walking? I would think this is okay but thought I'd get the opinion
of others.

 

Thanks,

Howard

 

Howard Kramer
Assistive Technology Lab Coordinator
AT Conference Coordinator
Disability Services
CU-Boulder, 107 UCB
Boulder, Co  80309
303-492-8672

 

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