Out in the Office Out in the Office is an exciting initiative brought to you for a second year by Pride Western and The Student Success Centre. This series of events is intended to provide a safe space for students to dialogue about the challenges and opportunities associated with being open about your sexual orientation and gender expression/identity in the workplace and in future educational or career pursuits. It is our sincere hope that this program allows students -- not only from Western, but all of London's educational institutions -- to explore their own education and career paths and network with professionals who have found success as their authentic selves. Purpose and Objectives of Western's Out in the Office:  Work with London-based industry and community partners, Western faculty, staff and students, and LGBT professionals to offer a series of events for students from Western and London's other educational institutions  Provide educational seminars and workshops that relate to education and career exploration  Promote embracing one's authentic self by providing examples of individuals who have found success  Allow students access to a network of LGBT professionals for possible mentorship and future career contacts  Provide high school students an opportunity to visit Western and hear from staff, students and faculty about the programs at Western that promote a safe and inclusive environment Schedule of Events: Monday, January 30, 2012 4:30pm -- 6:30pm David SH. Chu International Student Centre LGBT Professionals Panel and Networking Event -- A Career Week