AG Bell members among authors of one-of-a-kind paper on professionals who are deaf and hard of hearing
Almost 30 years after Tilak Ratnanather, DPhil, began his advocacy mission for people with hearing loss in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), the fruits of his labor have expanded exponentially. He and 41 colleagues who are all deaf and hard of hearing co-authored a first-of-its-kind article.
2021 Holiday Gift Guide
The days are getting shorter and the mercury’s dropping. This can only mean that the holidays are approaching. In a world of constant change – especially these past two years – one thing remains the same: It’s always fun to give. Whether you have a child or loved one with hearing loss, Volta Voices has rounded up some gifts that are sure to make them smile.
Beyond the Limits
Students have had a uniquely difficult time during the COVID-19 pandemic, and Andi Kasri Unrut’s no exception. Andi – his friends call him Akas – studies law at the Esa Unggul University in West Jakarta, Indonesia, and was recently awarded AG Bell’s George H. Nofer Scholarship. Akas, who is deaf, said the scholarship, first and foremost, allowed him the peace of mind to continue with his education during the pandemic.
An Impressive Adult
Alexandra Grossi has been profoundly deaf since birth, but wasn’t diagnosed until she was a year and nine months old. Then residing in Massachusetts, her parents researched all the available options and chose the oral route for many reasons. The clinching factor in their decision was meeting an oral Harvard student who was deaf and thriving.
Who am I? Thoughts from a physician and a mom of a child who is deaf
This is the first part of an ongoing series by Christine J. Ko, MD, a physician and a parent of a child who is deaf, based on her experiences from both sides of the stethoscope.
Translational Hearing Center Receives $10.8 Million Grant from NIH
The Translational Hearing Center at Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska was recently awarded the largest National Institutes of Health grant in the history of the university. The project is led by Peter Steyger, Ph.D., Professor of biomedical sciences who is also deaf.
Opportunity Awaits
Keith Vick has had a nonlinear career path: from mechanical engineer to part-time student to patent lawyer and philanthropist. Much of it was shaped by his hearing loss that he turned into opportunities.
A Lesson in Politics
Pre-K teacher Michelle Puryear was no stranger to recognizing children’s behavior and learning. However, when her own child, Claire, was born, it took nearly six months before they realized she had hearing difficulty.
Helping Families
Tara Hubbard’s twin sister did the talking when they were little. Their parents assumed Tara was just a quiet child. “We didn’t find out I am hard of hearing until I was about 4 years old – and I got hearing aids immediately,” she says. Now, Tara is a trial attorney by training and represents a tribe in Phoenix, Arizona in child welfare state court proceedings. She has been at this position for almost five years.
LEAP: Developing and Understanding Your Sense of Self
Earlier this year, AG Bell launched a free virtual program for teens who are deaf and hard of hearing. The Learning Experience and Adventure Program (LEAP) is a two-day virtual gathering of teens across the country where they can learn, grow, and develop together.
