Ohio University

Susan Wherley, Gay 

Staff, Facilities Management

INVOLVEMENTS AT OU:

WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO BE OUT?:

It is important to be out as it proves you respect your own dignity.

WHY ARE YOU PROUD?:

I'm proud to hold my head high.

WHAT WAS THE MOST DIFFICULT PART ABOUT COMING OUT?:

Self-acceptance is the most difficult part of coming out.

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO OTHERS WHO COME OUT?:

For those who may be coming out, be confident that others will not respond in any manner that could harm you.

THOUGHTS FOR NON-LGBT PEOPLE ABOUT LGBT PEOPLE AND CONCERNS:

Abide by the "golden rule."