By: Bryna Godar
John Wilson doesn’t consider his lack of hearing a disability. It’s a language barrier.
Misa Kayama is a minority in two ways: she’s Japanese and uses a wheelchair.
And Abdirahman Hassan, whose legs are slightly different lengths, has become proud of his disability.
For many, disability — or varied ability — is simply another aspect of identity, akin to gender, skin color or nationality.
But in discussions of diversity, in coursework or in the broader community, ability is often left out.