Lorenzo Lewis - I am Gallaudet | Gallaudet University

Lorenzo Lewis ’19

IEI Coordinator & Government with Specialization in Law

School of Civic Leadership, Business, and Social Change

Chattanooga, Tennessee

From Tennessee to Gallaudet, Lorenzo discovered his potential, overcame obstacles, and now inspires students as a coach and advocate, strengthening the Deaf ecosystem along the way.

Adaptive Leadership: Lorenzo’s Journey at Gallaudet

Follow Lorenzo as he reflects on his transformative path—from a mainstreamed high schooler overcoming Crohn’s disease to thriving as a leader in the Deaf community and a Student Success Coach. Discover how Gallaudet built his soft skills, identity, and commitment to advocacy, inspiring him to uplift others and strengthen the Deaf ecosystem.

#IAmGallaudet Stories

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

Two individuals are seated in front of a purple backdrop with the text "I am Gallaudet" and a graphic design element. One person, wearing a black t-shirt, is speaking while using sign language, and the other, also in a black t-shirt, is listening attentively. The setting appears to be an interview or discussion, with a camera visible in the foreground.

Scott Lehmann and Shayna Unger

Discover the inspiring journey of Scott Lehmann and Shayna Unger at Gallaudet University. Explore their contributions and experiences within the Deaf community.

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

Discover the inspiring journey of CAS Mastropaolo at Gallaudet University. Explore their achievements, experiences, and contributions to the Deaf community.

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

Explore Warren “Wawa” Snipe’s inspiring journey at Gallaudet University, where he shares his experiences and insights as a proud member of the Deaf community.

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

Discover Melissa Yingst’s inspiring journey at Gallaudet University, where she shares her experiences and contributions to the Deaf community and beyond.

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.