Humans of the U: Adam Janisieski-Chacon
“Because I am a native American Sign Language user, I live and breathe my language.”
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Read More“When I look at the larger story of water in Utah, I see how important the role of communication is in restoration.”
Read More“I never thought I could be a person to advocate for a clinic for these students, but here I am now, and it’s been great.”
Read More“Through disability studies, I learned how far people have come. When I look at my own life, I see how people can do hard things, no matter their disability.”
Read More“I’m a pretty anxious person and I find [knitting] very calming. …Knitting helps keep my mind in the room I’m in.”
Read More“[America] can feel segmented…but we’re all in the same bucket of gumbo, and I think fiction is one way to discover our place and reach each other.”
Read More“It created a strong bond between my sister and me that’s unique and indescribable, and it gave me even greater respect for medical professionals who save lives every day.”
Read More“I have been lucky enough to have done two study abroad programs.”
Read More“Beaded jewelry is a lot of math. You have to translate an image into a pixelated pattern where each bead acts as a pixel.”
Read More“I knew I’d find it [law school] intellectually stimulating and I also liked the fact that lawyers are uniquely placed to be advocates for people.”
Read More“This whole thing—the kick, the crowd, the attention—still feels like a fever dream. It’s been wild, but mostly just really fun.”
Read More“I want to make connections, friendships and build my community here. That’s what helps me to keep going.”
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