Blind
Earned a bachelor’s degree in cell and molecular biology at the University of Washington. Was an artist, consultant for Mary Kay Cosmetics, and black belt in Aikido when she died from cancer in June 2004. She received a DO-IT Trailblazer award the same year.
Visual impairment
Working as a contact representative at the U.S. Department of the Treasury since October 2018. Goal for 2021 is to continue working and reach his three-year job anniversary. Earned an associate degree in computer applications from Mt. Hood Community College. Completed a bachelor’s degree in marketing from Portland State University with a focus on information technology. Also obtained a career pathways certificate in computer information systems with focus on Windows Server administration from Portland Community College.
Cerebral palsy
Starting own business selling assistive equipment for wheelchairs.
Hearing impairment
Earned a bachelor’s degree in biology from Washington State University and a master’s degree in physical therapy from Eastern Washington University. Works at Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center in Vancouver, Washington as an inpatient physical therapist. Received second bilateral cochlear implant. Mother of two.
Hearing impairment
Has associate degrees in electronic technology, computer science, and criminal justice. Has served ten years as a volunteer firefighter and engineer and volunteers for the American Red Cross. Works in the hospitality business as a front desk clerk for Radisson hotels.
Attended Big Bend Community College and Eastern Washington University. Was developing plans for an Internet-based business when he died peacefully in his sleep in 2001.
Dyslexia
Earned a bachelor of science degree in mathematics and computer science and a bachelor of arts degree in international political economy from the University of Puget Sound. Is a software engineer for a startup in Denmark. Married with three children. Living in Minnesota.
Spina bifida, Homer’s syndrome, thalamic pain syndrome
Earned an associate degree from Wenatchee Valley College and has worked as a professional recording artist.
Mobility impairment
Graduated with an associate degree in computer information and technology. Works as a court interpreter for the Punjabi language.
Multiple sclerosis, visual impairment
Works for Seattle Lighthouse for the Blind.
Stroke resulting in right side weakness
Earned a bachelor’s degree in social work with a minor in applied psychology from Eastern Washington University. Earned a master’s in social work through an online program at the University of Southern California. Works as a crisis mental health therapist. Married and is a mother.
Blind
Earned a bachelor’s degree from The Evergreen State College and a master’s degree in technology management from City University of Seattle. Works as a senior systems analyst at Transaction Network Services. Married with children.
Arthrogryposis multiplex congenita
Studying software engineering and psychology. Engaged in computer projects.
Learning disability
Earned a bachelor’s degree in business from Seattle University. Founded Fleming’s Holiday Lighting, a holiday lighting company. Married, has two kids, and owns a home in West Seattle.