Kenya Lowe is a native of Port Huron, Michigan where she graduated from Port Huron Northern High School. She received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Deaf Education from Michigan State University. Crowned Miss Deaf Michigan, in 1999, she was the first African-American to hold this title. She traveled extensively, giving presentations and workshops to young people and organizations around...
Armando Acosta – Factory Work and Flood Clean-Up
Armando worked in a wood factory for more than twenty years and since then has cleaned up after floods. He talks about how he communicates with his hearing boss. Thanks for taking the time to share your story Armando. I learn a lot from the Silent Memoirs. Glad the cell communication worked well for you. It's a useful tool. Thanks...
Kenya Lowe Demanding an Experienced Interpreter
Kenya shares her journey of growing up deaf and navigating education before the ADA, often without interpreters. She describes challenges in mainstream schools, missing lessons, and finding ways to cope until finally receiving interpreting support in high school. At Michigan State University, she began advocating for skilled interpreters. Her story highlights resilience, self-advocacy, and finding empowerment—even in unexpected moments, like...
