Scott Lehmann and Shayna Unger - I am Gallaudet

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Scott Lehmann, ’12 & G-’15, and Shayna Unger, ’14 & G-’17

Deaf Mountain Climbers and Global Adventurers

Scott and Shayna show that the Gallaudet experience continues long after graduation. As Deaf mountain climbers and proud alumni, they carry with them the community, confidence, and connection they built on campus.

Reaching New Heights with Gallaudet

When Scott and Shayna look back on their years at Gallaudet, they remember a place that helped them grow in every way. They found an environment where they could discover who they were, connect with people from all backgrounds, and build the communication and leadership skills that guide them today.

After graduation, entering the world of mountaineering was both new and challenging – but the mindset and preparation they gained at Gallaudet gave them the confidence to push forward. They credit the university for offering space to grow, supportive faculty and staff and experiences that shape both academic and personal success.

Today, as trailblazers in the Deaf community, Scott and Shayna continue to inspire others to dream big. Their message is simple: when you aim high, Gallaudet can be part of your ascent.

They’re not just climbers.

They are Gallaudet.

#IAmGallaudet Stories

Explore the stories of a variety of members of our Gallaudet community.

A person sitting in a yellow chair, gesturing with their hands while speaking. The background features the hashtag "#iamGalaudet" in colorful text. There are cameras set up in the foreground, indicating a recording or interview setting.

Lorenzo Lewis

IEI Coordinator & Government with Specialization in Law
Chattanooga, Tennessee

A smiling male athlete wearing a blue and yellow "Gallaudet Bison" sports shirt, with a blurred background featuring the words "iamGallaudet." The atmosphere is positive and energetic.

Cas Mastropaolo, ’24

Alumni
Milan, Ohio

A man with glasses and a beard smiles while wearing a dark t-shirt with text, underneath a light blazer. He is standing in front of a colorful backdrop with the hashtag #iamGlaudet and studio lighting.

Warren “Wawa” Snipe, ’94

Alumni
Philadelphia, PA

A woman with curly hair and large earrings sits on a stool, smiling and making a hand gesture. She is wearing a mustard-colored top and is positioned in front of a camera setup, with a blurred background.

Melissa Yingst, ’00

Host of Melmira
Los Angeles, CA

The #IAmGallaudet campaign is part of The Gallaudet Promise, our ten-year vision to share the story from many different angles and show that there are many different ways to be deaf. These stories are moving, insightful, and often triumphant. These also reflect the importance of the space Gallaudet has offered to nurture the growth of a broad range of successful members of the deaf, hard of hearing, and signing community.