The Mystery-Solver
“I love the critical problem-solving and strategic thinking required to practice law,” she says. “I also enjoy the exciting variability of the workflow, as no two days seem to be the same. Additionally, my goal is to help individuals solve some of the most difficult situations in their lives.”
AG Bell Academy Scholarships Help Support LSLS Certification
The AG Bell Academy for Listening and Spoken Language is pleased to offer two scholarships for professionals seeking certification as a Listening and Spoken Language Specialists (LSLS®).
Deafness and Hearing: What Will the Future Look Like?
What does the future of hearing loss support look like? Five experts weigh in on a future that includes artificial intelligence, enhanced technology, gene therapy and more.
Abbey’s Road- A Journey Through Abbey’s Cochlear Implantation
Abbey Russell is a 23-year-old college graduate who is preparing to enter medical school. After 19 years of deafness in her left ear and hearing loss in the right, Abbey made the decision to undergo cochlear implant surgery.
Reentering Society During the Pandemic
When the pandemic hit, Sydney Cooper* lost her independence. The cochlear implant recipient also lost her job because her company assumed she couldn’t communicate when others were masked. They wouldn’t even discuss any accommodations with her.
A Moment of Serendipity
If you think you’ve ever been stressed out by a job application, consider Nick Stone. Nick, who’s hard of hearing, faced a dilemma when filling out applications that few people realize exists, and even fewer understand.
Learning Through Play: A Summer Toy Guide
Summer play has perhaps never been more needed than in 2021. In a recent study, 100% of parents reported the pandemic limited timely access to health care services for their children with cochlear implants, and 96% agreed remote learning was challenging.
From Self-Advocacy to Professional Arguing
Anat Maytal says she’s not surprised that she picked a profession where she is allowed to argue for a living. She’s been arguing and advocating for herself her entire life.
AG Bell’s Summer Interns
This summer, AG Bell welcomed 12 interns to its virtual office to help out in a number of capacities. Interns are a critical part of the AG Bell staff and bring a wide breadth of knowledge and skills to the organization.
Remembering Ann Lovett
As a teacher, Ann Lovett did more than just teach the students in front of her. She helped teach their families, too.
