AccessComputing Profiles
There are many great examples of people with disabilities who chose computing—we love that we can share some of our AccessComputing students below. Check out their profiles to see what they have accomplished by pursuing academic and career paths in the computing field.
Vincent
Human Computer Interaction, Georgia Institute of Technology
Victor Tumbiolo
The Computing Research Association's Distributed Research Experience for Undergraduates (DREU) is a program that supports summer research experiences for undergraduate [...]
Tiyah
Field of Study: B.S in Vocational Technical EducationTechnology & IndependenceOne of my greatest passions is using technology to engage [...]
Teo
Having ADHD has made me experience software-based jobs differently than my friends in computing do.
Svetlana
My lifelong journey in STEM got off to a challenging start. I was born with a severe form of cerebral palsy that affects most of my body.
Shaun Uses Mentors to Define His Career Path
Hi, my name is Shaun, and I am a Ph.D. student at the Information School at the University of [...]
Shaun
My name is Shaun. I'm an assistant professor at the University of Maryland Baltimore County where I teach classes, mentor students, and conduct research.
Sean Uses Assistive Technology to Get Around a Large Campus
Hi, my name is Sean, and I grew up in Renton, Washington. It's a city about a half hour southeast [...]
Sean
I am a completely blind Ph.D. student in the department of computer science at North Carolina State University.
Todd
My life has never been easy, but I am grateful every day for the opportunities I have received and experiences I have had.
Sarah Jane Griffiths
Institution: University of Puget SoundThis year, I had the opportunity to participate in the Computing Research Association s Distributed Research [...]
Samuel
My name is Samuel. I am studying information technology (IT) at the Rochester Institute of Technology in Rochester, NY.
Samsara
Field of Study:Computer Science and Mathematics MajorInstitution:George Washington UniversityMy name is Samsara, and I'm a junior double majoring [...]
Sam
Field of Study: Computer ScienceInstitution: Amherst CollegeI first started programming in middle school. I enjoyed the way that you could [...]
Ryan Finds a Way to Pursue Computing
I've been interested in computers and computer programming since I was in high school. When I was a junior, I [...]
Randy
My name is Randy, and I’m a systems analyst. This means that I translate customer and company requirements for our products into specific language for software developers.
Pamela
My name is Pamela. I grew up in St. Paul, MN. In 2003, I graduated with a bachelor’s degree in information technology with concentrations in system administration and database administration from the Rochester Institute of Technology.
Ocean Hurd
Field of Study: Research in AccessibilityI had already had ideas for a project around amblyopia sometimes known as lazy eye [...]
Nicole
My name is Nicole. I am blind, and I’m a senior majoring in computer science at Stanford University with a focus in human computer interaction.
Michael
Field of Study: Computer Science MajorInstitution: Binghamton UniversitySoftware DevelopmentMy journey as a computer scientist began around the time I entered [...]
Matthew
I am in my final year of the accelerated BS/MS dual degree program in Computer Science at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT). I will graduate with a master’s degree in computer science in May 2017.
Matthew
When people find out I have dyslexia, they ask “what is it like?” I’ve never found an answer for this question because I’ve never known what it’s like to process the world around me without it.
Lewis
Field of Study: Computer Science Graduate StudentMy name is Lewis. I graduated with a Masters degree in computer science at [...]
Kelsey
Field of Study: Computer Science with an Emphasis in Entertainment Arts and EngineeringInstitution: University of UtahMy name is Kelsey! I [...]
Keith
Field of Study: Accessible Human Centered ComputingInstitution: MS Gallaudet UniversityI first started with Adobe Photoshop back in 2002 as a way [...]
Kavita
Field of Study: Computer Science Graduate StudentMy name is Kavita. I am a PhD student in computer science at the [...]
Katie
Field of Study: Program ManagerMy name is Katie. I am a program manager (PM) for a user experience team at [...]
Kate Completes Her Dissertation
At the end of 2010, I completed my Ph.D. in computer science at the University of Washington (UW). At the [...]
Kartik
Field of Study: Computer Science MajorInstitution: Stanford UniversityI m a junior majoring in computer science at Stanford University specializing in [...]
Josh
Field of Study: Computer Science MajorInstitution: University of RochesterI am currently enrolled at the University of Rochester working towards my [...]
Joseph
Field of Study: Electronics Engineering Technology MajorEngineering TechnologyI ve always loved tinkering around with technology. My high school had a [...]
Jonathan
Field of Study: Chief Accessibility OfficerInstitution: SSB BART GroupMy name is Jonathan. I am the Chief Accessibility Officer at SSB [...]
John
Field of Study: Human Centered Design & Engineering Graduate StudentMy name is John. I'm a PhD student in the Department [...]
Johanna
Field of Study: StudentHuman Centered EngineeringMy high school didn t have computer science classes I had no exposure to computer [...]
Jessie's Climb to Higher Education Success
Young people with learning disabilities enjoy a wide spectrum of talents and capabilities, because. in most situations, the "invisible" disability [...]
Jessie
Field of Study: Informatics MajorInformation TechnologyGrowing up, I spent a lot of energy trying to disguise my disability and blend [...]
Jesse
Field of Study: Computer ScienceI have dyslexia, which, as a child, not only impeded my ability to read, but made [...]
Jason
Field of Study: Web Application DeveloperInstitution: Center for Urban Population HealthMy name is Jason. I earned an Associate of Science [...]
Jackson
Field of Study: Programmer AnalystTechnology & ProgrammingFor me, having a strong community of supports was the difference between dropping out [...]
Ivan
Field of Study: Computer ScienceInstitution: University of Illinois, Chicago I am a computer science Ph.D. student at the University [...]
Imran
Field of Study: System EngineeringInstitution: Cornell UniversityI graduated with a degree in system and information engineering from the University of [...]
Hannah
Field of Study: Computer Science MajorInstitution: University of WashingtonHannah is a computer science major and in the interdisciplinary honors program [...]
Hamid
Field of Study: Computer ScienceInstitution: University of KentuckyI completed my Ph.D. in computer science in May 2018 and am currently [...]
Gina Girgis
Field of Study: Human computer InteractionInstitution: Troy UniversityI am a senior Millennium scholarship recipient and an honors scholar majoring in [...]
Fred
Field of Study: Computer ScienceInstitution: University of WashingtonEngineeringI have always had an interest in math and science. Something about these [...]
Emmanuel
Institution: Pennsylvania State University Mom! How do you spell PBS kids dot org Said five year old me. Here, let [...]
Emanuel
Field of Study: Computer Science Graduate StudentMy name is Emanuel. I am a graduate student in computer science at the [...]
Elizabeth Spingola
In March of 2018, I attended the Computing Research Association (CRA) Graduate Cohort Workshop for Underrepresented Minorities and Persons with Disabilities [...]
Ebrima Jarjue
Field of Study: Human computer InteractionI am blind, a father of three daughters, a non traditional student, and a senior [...]
Diana
Field of Study: Information Security OfficerInstitution: BankMy name is Diana. I graduated six months ago from Georgia State University (GSU) [...]
Dhairya
Institution: Tennessee Technical UniversityAs a senior in college, it is crucial for me to prepare for the next phase of [...]
Daniel
Field of Study: Computer Science PhD StudentInstitution: University of California, BerkeleyI was born deaf, but fortunately received education in a [...]
Daniel
Field of Study: Computer Science MajorInstitution: Rochester Institute of Technology Is it working It sounded as though Minnie Mouse was [...]
Daman
Field of Study: Computer ScienceInstitution: Western Washington UniversityTechnology & AdvocacyI have cerebral palsy and have used technology since elementary school [...]
Christopher
Field of Study: Graphic CommunicationsInstitution: Moorhead State University of MinnesotaMy STEM journey began in high school, when I first started [...]
Christine
Field of Study: Computer Science and Public HealthInstitution: University of North Carolina Chapel HillMy father and sister are software developers, [...]
Chris's Journey from Student to Mentor
I believe that early work and career related experiences play crucial roles in people's abilities to have successful full time [...]
Cheryl
Field of Study: Political Science and Informatics MajorInstitution: University of WashingtonMy name is Cheryl. I recently graduated from the University [...]
Carl
Field of Study: InformationI m a PhD candidate at the University of Michigan School of Information, and I identify as [...]
Cassie's Educational and Internship Experiences
Growing up is an ongoing process no matter how much one knows there are always more lessons to learn and [...]
Caitlyn
Field of Study: Human Centered ComputingI am currently a Ph.D. student in human centered computing at the Georgia Institute [...]
Bec
Field of Study: Computer Science MajorInstitution: Stanford UniversityI am a sophomore at Stanford University majoring in Computer Science and specializing [...]
Avi
Field of Study: Information Science & TechnologyInstitution: Temple UniversityAs a black, disabled female, I understand the barriers and struggles firsthand [...]
Anthony's Key to Independence
Communication has always been a priority for me. So it isn't surprising that I have made it a major part [...]
Andrew
Field of Study: Computer Science and Engineering MajorInstitution: University of California, BerkeleyI am a junior in the College of Engineering [...]
Zane
My name is Zane Hintzman, and I graduated from Carnegie Mellon University in 2015 with my B.S. in Computer Science.
Alexander
Institution: University of WashingtonAutism was something I never talked about or thought of in depth when I was younger, even [...]
Alex
Computer Engineering Technology, Rochester Institute of Technology