Phase III Scholars are completing high school or transitioning to college. Throughout the year, they communicate with other Scholars, Ambassadors, and Mentors and participate in DO-IT activities. Some become Interns at DO-IT Summer Study and participate in other work experiences. Once 2014 Summer Study was over, those Phase III Scholars who graduated from high school became DO-IT Ambassadors. 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. All Scholars and Ambassadors can communicate with each other at doitkids@uw.edu, and with all Scholars, Pals, Ambassadors, and Mentors at doitchat@uw.edu.
What’s up, everyone? My name is Antonio. I was born with cerebral palsy which has affected my mobility. I’m a huge sports fan (Seahawks, Mariners, Sounders, Huskies). I love listening to hip-hop. My favorite bands are Dilated Peoples, Bambu, and the Seattle-based Blue Scholars. I attend the University of Washington and am excited to be a Husky! I would enjoy a career in journalism or sports broadcasting. I was a DO-IT Intern at Summer Study 2015.
Hi, my name is Dustine, and I am a student at the University of Washington in Seattle. My major is undecided, although I am considering law, societies, and justice, or possibly computer science. Last fall, I played the piccolo in the 240-member Husky Marching Band and plan to return to the Husky Band this September. I have Asperger’s syndrome, a disorder that impacts my ability to socialize with my peers. But I have gained valuable friends and connections as a result of my involvement with the Husky Band and DO-IT. Go Dawgs! I was a DO-IT Intern at Summer Study 2015.
Hi, my name is Michael. I enjoy taking photos of nature, reading, building plastic military models, and cooking. My disability is high functioning autism. My greatest accomplishment is being accepted into Bellevue College. I am taking the quarter off to investigate several areas of academic interest. I was a DO-IT Intern at Summer Study 2015.
Hi, my name is Courtney. I have a visual impairment, but I also have a very supportive family. I listen to music constantly and play the flute in the symphonic band at school. I’m also an avid reader. I will read most anything, but I tend to linger in the sci-fi/fantasy realm. I did the Department of Services for the Blind’s Youth Employment Solutions (YES) program in 2014.
Hello! My name is McKenna, and I was born with arthrogryposis. In 2014, I earned my high school diploma and my associate’s degree through Running Start. I am currently a resident athlete at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs. I am on the National Paralympic Shooting Team and hope to represent the United States at the 2016 Games in Rio de Janeiro. Through the Olympic Training Center, I am attending DeVry University working towards my bachelor’s degree in business and technical management. After the 2016 Games, I plan on becoming a lawyer. Feel free to email me anytime!
Hi, my name is Ryan, and I have Asperger syndrome. I graduated from Shadle Park High School in Spokane. In the fall, I will attend Eastern Washington University to study computer science. I also plan to study mathematics and engineering. I enjoy designing and building complicated machinery in Minecraft. I was a DO-IT Intern at Summer Study 2015.
Hi my name is Julian, and I have traumatic brain injury. I attend Washington State University. I plan to major in sports management and eventually coach professional basketball. For now, the journey is just starting so I look forward to enjoying Coug and Dawg events this fall. Go Cougs!
Hi, my name is Ellen, and I have a speech-based learning disability. I am going to pursue a bachelor’s degree in unmanned aircraft/operations at the University of North Dakota. I have been an intern for The Patriots Flight Team and the Blue Angels during Seafair. I’ve been playing soccer since I was six years old, and I love it. I foster kittens at my home for The Seattle Humane Society. I have jump seated in a brand new Boeing 737-900 ER twice during take-off and landing. When I get the chance, I like to fly airplanes. I actually flew a Cessna twice as the main pilot. I met Harrison Ford in Los Angeles in February 2014.
Hi, my name is Clarissa, and I have cerebral palsy and left-sided hemiplegia. I live in Everett. I finished my first year at the University of Washington Bothell in June 2015. It has been a challenging year, but thankfully, I finished my first year smoothly with a good grade point average and great enthusiasm. I am planning to major in business, specifically in finance. I love learning foreign languages and meeting new people. My native language is Indonesian, and I speak fluent English and some Japanese. I also enjoy singing and listening to music during my free time. I would like to travel to Japan and other places around the world. I was a DO-IT Intern at Summer Study 2015.
Hi, my name is Brenna, and I have a learning disability. I graduated high school and Running Start last year. I was the youngest filmmaker in the Port Townsend Film Festival. I enjoy photography and the outdoors. I plan on attending Fort Lewis College in Colorado.
Hey, my name is Nicole and I have cerebral palsy. I graduated from Kentwood High School in Kent in June of 2015. I am a freshman at Brigham Young University in Idaho. I would like to pursue a journalism career and maybe write books. I enjoy my English classes and being on the school’s yearbook staff.
Hi, my name is Rahil, and I have Duchenne muscular dystrophy. I graduated from Bothell High School and will be attending the University of Washington Bothell to study computer science. I am interested in history, science, and Spanish as well. I enjoy reading and playing video games in my free time. Last year, I was in Youth and Government, a YMCA program where the participants simulate a state legislative session. I was also a member of the National Honor Society. I was a DO-IT Intern at Summer Study 2015.
Hi, my name is Alex, and I have cerebral palsy. I use my artistic abilities to express myself. I just graduated from Walla Walla High School, where I enjoyed studying math and science. I’m interested in learning about space travel and understanding the universe. I want to pursue a career as a pastor or a counselor. I’m going to start at Walla Walla Community College this September. Then I will go to Seminary.
Hi, I’m Karlyn! I have nonverbal learning disorder and attention deficit disorder. I graduated from Nova High School in Seattle. I will be attending Green River Community College, taking courses to become an occupational therapy assistant. I volunteer at Lowell Elementary School with kids who have various disabilities, teaching them basic life skills. I was a DO-IT Intern at Summer Study 2015.
Hi, my name is Hannah and I have a visual impairment. I love music and play the flute, piccolo, and oboe in my school band. Music is a large part of my life, and has given me the opportunity to travel nationally and internationally with different audition-level honors ensembles. Aside from music, I enjoy reading, writing, and being outdoors. I also do a lot of volunteer work around my community with the Issaquah Youth Advisory Board. I am excited to begin pursuing my interests in science and engineering at the University of Washington as a member of the Honors Program. I was a DO-IT Intern at Summer Study 2015.
Hello! My name is Kayla. I live in Lynnwood and graduated from Mountlake Terrace High School last year. I currently attend the University of Washington, where I am in the Honors Program. I plan on majoring in law, society, and justice, minoring in disability studies, and attending law school to become a disability rights lawyer. I swim for the U.S. Paralympic National Swim Team and hold many world and American records. I have participated in the Paralympic World Championships four times, Para-Pan American Games twice, and Para-Pan Pacific Games once. I was a DO-IT Intern at Summer Study 2015.
Hi, my name is Olivia, and I have cerebral palsy. I will be attending the University of Washington this fall. I plan on majoring in biology, which is one of my favorite subjects. When I’m not working on school I enjoy being outside, watching movies, and hanging out with friends.