The working man. Congressman, chairman, policeman, fireman, newsman, clergyman, postman, mailman, businessman. Eliminating the possibility of misinterpretation is certainly a better way of handling the communication problem. Precision in what we write and edit begins with an awareness of the gender biases that exist in English as it is commonly used. Use such a word to refer to a specific man.
Students are responsible for their own schedules.
Rewrite the sentence to eliminate pronouns. A business executive plans speeches carefully, knowing they will be carefully noted by subordinates. He appreciates the importance of work experience. A summer intern is enthusiastic, a person who appreciates the importance of work experience. When you use this construction, use the alphabetical arrangement.