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On Zoom Elizabeth Galvan<\/strong>, Patrick Harris<\/strong> and Michael Anthony Spady<\/strong>, three Deaf adults, discuss growing up Deaf in a hearing world and describe how they were uniquely prepared for the isolation so many experienced due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The conversation will explore what the hearing can learn from the Deaf to become better listeners.<\/p>\n Melissa Kate Adams-Silva, who teaches American Sign Language at HVCC, will moderate the panel that is part of Voices: A Library Lecture Series.<\/p>\n This program will be \u201cAll Access\u201d CART and Sign Language with Voice Interpretation. Those in need of other accommodations may contact the Center for Access and Assistive Technology at (518) 629-7154 or TDD (518) 629-7596. Patrick Harris<\/strong> (center) Michael Anthony Spady Register to receive Zoom access information:
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\nElizabeth Galvan<\/strong>
\nDeaf since the age of three, Galvan has overcome numerous obstacles to achieve her dream: to inspire and help people to believe in themselves with the principles of \u201cI can.\u201d She is a professional body builder and has worked at Wal-Mart for over 18 years. A single mother who has Usher Syndrome, she and her daughter live in North Dakota.<\/p>\n
\nHarris, born Deaf, studied automotive technology at a mainstream high school and earned a degree in social work from the Rochester Institute of Technology. He worked in social service programs for Deaf adults before becoming a Deaf interpreter in 2016. He lives in Vermont with his husband of 11 years and is an avid disc golf player.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>Spady is a Deaf actor who first appeared on stage at age nine. He grew up in New Rochelle, NY, and graduated from RIT with a degree in business. Now based in California, his recent acting work includes roles in \u201cCold Case,\u201d \u201cLove That Girl,\u201d \u201cThe New Normal\u201d and \u201cTrue Blood.\u201d He\u2019s also appeared in many commercials and music videos.<\/p>\n
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