A PhD student is facing challenges as their university is trying to cancel the Women in Computer Science networking group they run, potentially due to DEI concerns.
When applying for jobs, it's generally fine to apply even if you meet about 80% of the qualifications, especially if you address any discrepancies in your cover letter.
Taking a sick day for emotional distress is a valid reason and falls under considering mental health as part of overall health.
Changing your digital signature to include the phonetic pronunciation of your name can help avoid mispronunciations at work, but it's important to ensure consistency in official documents.
If you are confident in wanting a job, know the details, and are ready to negotiate salary, accepting a job offer on the spot is acceptable and common practice.