Chisom’s Story: My Journey at Yale as a Deaf Student

When Chisom Ofomata started at Yale University, she found herself trying to navigate various challenges when seeking accommodations as a Deaf student. Through building connections and a sense of community, Chisom was able to not only overcome barriers but also become a leader and advocate for disabled students. She provides tangible recommendations on how faculty can better support d/Deaf students based on her personal experiences. Learn more about accessibility at Yale: accessibility.yale.edu