'00 Ambassadors

The following Ambassadors began participating in DO-IT as Scholars in 2000. They continue to pursue college and career goals and encourage younger DO-IT Scholars and Ambassadors.

Ryan, '00 Scholar

Cerebral palsy
Plans to graduate from the University of Washington with a bachelor's degree in political science. Completed three internships at the Department of Defense.

Nora, '00 Scholar

Cerebral palsy
Attends Eastern Oregon University, majoring in education.

Israel, '00 Scholar

Blind
Earned an associate's degree from Wenatchee Valley College. Attends Central Washington University and is majoring in public relations.

Brian, '00 Scholar

Mild static encephalopathy and patella femoral syndrome
Graduated with a degree in political science from the University of Washington.

Benjamin, '00 Scholar

Learning disability
Graduated with honors with a degree in political science from University of Oklahoma. Working for Merrill Lynch in marketing and investment in New York.

Andrea, '00 Scholar

Earned a bachelor's degree in architectural studies. Currently works as CAD drafter and architectural assistant.

Corinna, '00 Scholar

Cerebral palsy
Self-advocacy presenter through People First at Arc.

Kasey, '00 Scholar

Learning disability
Graduated from Washington State University with a degree in political science.

Susanna, '00 Scholar

Cerebral palsy
Attends Gonzaga University in Spokane, WA, working on a master's degree. Married and has one child.

Deke, '00 Scholar

Aphasia
Earned bachelor's degree from Central Washington University in information technology and administrative management. Works at Nordstrom as the help desk knowledge manager and training coordinator.

Stephanie, '00 Scholar

Visual impairment
Works for CORD as a case manager. Earned a bachelor's degree in social work from Eastern Washington University.

Nick, '00 Scholar

Cerebral palsy
Earned a certificate in culinary arts from North Seattle Community College.

Nathan, '00 Scholar

Dyslexia and other learning differences
Received certificates in writing and directing for camera and digital filmmaking from Shoreline Community College. Director of photography on several short films. Videographer at Camp Nor'wester during summer 2008.

Nohemi, '00 Scholar

Cerebral palsy
Attends Yakima Valley Community College studying computer engineering and website design.

Crystal, '00 Scholar

Hearing impairment
Earned bachelor's degree in social work from Eastern Washington University. Has a son.