Growing up, Jason Bard accompanied his non-English-speaking grandmother to free health clinics to interpret for her. She inspired him to study medicine. He also was shaped by his experiences with the deaf community — both of his parents are deaf — and as an LGBTQ+ advocate.

It’s always a joy to share stories about talented, bright and nice people making a difference in the world. I had the opportunity to write about four successful students/alum for the latest issue of UNC Charlotte's magazine.