This seminar course is open to all design students but focuses on women transitioning from graduate degree programs into the professional work force. The format of the syllabus and course material encourage a direct and personalized interaction between professionals and students to discuss a wide range of issues from a female perspective. The course material includes historical references and case studies of women in all areas of design, a review of books and articles, as well as guest speakers and office visits. The course provides a platform to discuss and debate current events impacting women from a political and social point of view with the goal of recognizing challenges such as pay inequality and other forms of discrimination. Specific subjects include confidence building and developing the communication and negotiating skills required for women to thrive and succeed in professions that have been historically male dominated. Diversity in enrollment will contribute to the goal of a level playing field. Open to: All university graduate degree students; upper level undergraduate students with permission. Pre-requisite(s): none.