The More You Know: Stories from Deaf Students
Right before the pandemic for my first degree, graphic design, I was attending classes and I was the only Deaf person in a sea of hearing people with an interpreter, of course.
The More You Know: #AutismAcceptanceMonth, signbite #2
I personally am overwhelmed by sounds. Some deaf people feel like hearing aids are simply uncomfortable, but for me, wearing hearing aids… gives me anxiety, stress, and sometimes physical pain in my ears.
The More You Know: #AutismAcceptanceMonth, signbite #1
When I was growing up, people would always tell me “Isabella, quiet your hands; you need to keep your hands quiet.”
The More You Know: Intersectional Identities Matter
When I am with other Deaf people, it’s a thrill to be among them because of the ease of language and the ability to communicate freely.
The More You Know: Deaf Identities are Intersectional
When discussing my identity, my deaf identity has always been at the forefront, leading the whole discussion as the main topic of my identity.
The More You Know: Deafness is a Spectrum
Deaf encompasses a wide spectrum. There is not one way to be deaf or DeafBlind.
#DeafSuccess: #AutismAcceptanceMonth
I think part of being autistic and being deaf is that there’s a recognition that you can still do great things without having to change yourself.
#DeafSuccess: Mona Thalheimer, signbite #3
I go to trade shows. People will say, “Oh, I’m sorry. Oh, it’s nothing. But you speak so well. I love you.” They said, “You’re very talented, smart business woman.” I said, “No, not that.” But, I work hard. I’m fighter. Don’t give up.
#DeafSuccess: Mona Thalheimer, signbite #2
I go to trade shows. People will say, “Oh, I’m sorry. Oh, it’s nothing. But you speak so well. I love you.” They said, “You’re very talented, smart business woman.” I said, “No, not that.” But, I work hard. I’m fighter. Don’t give up.
#DeafSuccess: Mona Thalheimer, signbite #1
I’m lucky that I have good mentors through friends. Be friends with everybody, because I can see so many people who are very talented push and get the job. That’s my thing.
#DeafSuccess in Work-Based Learning Programs #shorts
The first time I went into work, I was really shy and felt awkward. At first, I didn’t even want to be there. But then over time, I began interacting with my co-workers, talking about how to do the job, writing back and forth, and I liked working there. I learned that one mistake won’t ruin everything. You learn, make note of it, and keep going. Now I’m really good at it.
#DeafSuccess in Work-Based Learning Programs, Signbite #2
They showed me around, and I memorized everything. I like the feeling of independence.
