DO-IT Ambassadors are pursuing postsecondary studies and careers. They share their experiences with DO-IT Scholars and Pals, encouraging them to pursue their goals in college and employment.
My name is Amy. I graduated from dental assistant college and am planning to attend a four-year college to pursue dentistry. I have a learning disability that interferes with my reading and writing. I also have Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), which interferes with many things at school and home.
My name is Silvia. I was born with Osteogenesis Imperfecta (brittle bone or glass bones), I was attending Eastern Washington University in Cheney, WA, for a Bachelor's degree in business, but I had to take a year off due to my health. Hopefully I can make up the lost time. I enjoy listening to all sorts of music. I have managed to do well in school with all the obstacles that I have, not just physically, but also financially, and with immigration to worry about. All my hard work has paid off because I sorted out my legal and financial status. I have another health barrier, but I hope this situation gets resolved soon.
Hello. My name is Rebecca. I have a learning disability. I worked at a nursing home in Stanwood, WA. I really like anime/manga (Japanese cartoons and comics). I also enjoy reading, playing on the computer, and baking.
My name is Ian. I am a senior at the University of Washington. I'm interested in software engineering, image processing, and other computer-related occupations.
Hello! My name is Saroj. I am a junior at Bellevue Community College. I have a learning disability. I am interested in becoming a social worker. I like working out, listening to music, dancing, hanging out with friends, and snowboarding. DO-IT has been a really good experience for me.
Hi. My name is Gimmie and I have a learning disability. I attend Clark College and am pursuing an Associate's degree in business administration. I want to be in business, but I also love animals and am thinking of becoming a vet.
My name is Scott. I graduated from Shoreline Community College and am in my senior year at the University of Washington. I am majoring in political economy and history. In my spare time I play Magic: The Gathering. I am a proud member of the High Functioning Autism/Asperger community.
Hi. I am Leon. I attend Western Washington University. I like to play on the computer, hang out with friends, read, and watch TV. My favorite subject is English. I'm interested in criminal psychology and working for the federal government.
Hi. My name is Alexandra. I am a senior at the University of Washington, where I am majoring in biochemistry. I plan to get my Ph.D. and become a research scientist. I have a visual impairment; in class I use an assistive device called a JORDY, which is basically a set of digital binoculars that helps me see overheads and PowerPoint presentations. I have large print textbooks and get extra time to take tests. I currently work in a research lab on the UW campus studying gene expression and Muscular Dystrophy. DO-IT has helped me make professional connections, such as my Microsoft internship. I have made some good friends and have helped connect a few people to the program.
Hi. My name is James. I graduated from the Evergreen State College with a degree in law and political science.
Hi. My name is Jared. I use my DO-IT laptop in my classes at Columbia Basin College where I am majoring in computer science.
Hi. My name is Andrew and I attend Cornish College of the Arts. I found that I am more interested in fine arts than graphic art. I enjoy being with friends and watching wrestling on TV.
My name is Rima. I am in my third year at the UW. I love it! I am hoping to double major in political science and communications. I have done research and studied global communications and geology. Other than school, I am hooked on Netflix.
My name is Chris. I am a senior at the University of Washington, majoring in computer science. I have participated in a number of internships over the past few years. I was a high school intern at Microsoft and a workforce planner for Alltel. I also spent a summer in Washington, D.C. working for the Department of Commerce. In 2007, I returned to Microsoft once again and traveled to Japan to assist with DO-IT Japan!
Hello, I'm Carson. By this time next year I will be finished with my comparative literature degree at the UW-yes, I finally chose a major! Although there were some bumps along the way, they were beneficial bumps, allowing me to find the right path for myself. And, thanks in large part to the support of DO-IT, I've been able to be independent. Summer 2007, I worked as a Business Correspondence Intern for Clipper Navigation, the company that runs the Victoria Clipper. Where will I navigate next? Well, I'm working on that!
I'm Dale. I have Cerebral Palsy. I attend Washington State University where I am majoring in political science and minoring in criminal justice. I hope to be a lawyer someday. Summer 2007, I worked for the Air Force as a clerk in the Civilian Personnel Office.
Hi. My name is Ryan. I am a soon-to-be graduate from Bellevue Community College (BCC) and am looking for an internship or entry-level position in the area of diversity, marketing, and development. I am a Washington State Youth Leadership Forum participant. I currently help on the committee for BCC Disability Access and Accommodation.
Hey everyone! I am Angela. I have a mild case of Cerebral Palsy. I attend Edmonds Community College, where I study psychology. I would like to become a social worker or counselor for teenagers.