Deaf Culture
Dive into the heart of Deaf culture - where language, identity, art, history, and community come together. From generational values to modern-day expressions, this space honors the depth, pride, and power of Deafhood. For Deaf readers, it feels like home. For hearing readers, it's your invitation to learn with respect.
- Creative (for product and brand building), Deaf Culture, Donna's Diary (Main Writing Hub), Homepage, Life, Wellness & Self-Development
Capstone Project
Reflecting on My Senior Capstone Journey: From Personal Stories to Empowerment As I prepare for my Senior Presentation, I can’t help but reflect on the incredible journey this Capstone project has taken me on. Over the past months, I’ve shared stories that were deeply personal, honest, and sometimes difficult to write. Each blog post became part of my growth and helped shape not just my project, but me as a person. I started with my mental health story in “Surviving, Not Just Existing.” It was raw and real—something I knew others could relate to but don’t always talk about. Then, I explored what happens after survival in “Personal Growth: Why…
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Coming Soon: A Candid Interview with Ashley from Good Energy Salon
A Salon Expereince Like No Others: Catching up with Ashley from Good Energy Salon! Hey friends! I’ve been holding this one close for a while now, but it’s time to share something special that’s been on my heart. This summer 2025, I’ll be sitting down with the incredibly talented Ashley, the Deaf hairstylist and powerhouse behind Good Energy Salon Don’t Miss the Full Interview! The full blog post featuring Ashley from Good Energy Salon is dropping this summer—and it’s going to be so worth the wait. If you want to be the first to know when it goes live, make sure you’re on my email list. ✨ Subscribe here: You’ll…
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CODA Panel: Deaf & Signing Families
Reflection Paper — CODA Panel: Deaf & Signing Families (March 20, 2025) Donna Melena SOCI-240 — Deaf and DeafBlind Communities and Spaces Aimee Whyte | Spring 2025 Introduction: Why I Chose This Presentation On March 20, 2025, our class was privileged to attend a powerful CODA Panel in SDC 1300, titled “Deaf & Signing Families.” From the moment the panel began, I felt drawn in. As someone deeply connected to Deaf culture and raised in a Deaf family, this presentation felt personal. Yet, even with my background, the unique experiences shared by the CODAs (Children of Deaf Adults) expanded my perspective. I chose this presentation because it brought forward voices…
