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Janette Duran is currently a graduate student at Gallaudet University. She is set to receive her Masters in School Counseling in May 2010. Born deaf in Mexico, Janette moved to the United States when she was six years old. She was raised in the state of California. Her first language is Spanish, and she later picked up English and ASL. She received her Bachelor's in Child Development from California State University of Northridge (CSUN). She has started her practicum at Kendall Demonstration Elementary School and is thus far enjoying herself. Janette considers herself a people person; she loves to meet new people from similar and different backgrounds. She believes that the more people you meet the more your knowledge and perceptions of people and life expands. Throughout her experiences Janette has worked as a Student Assistant, Teacher's Assistant, Camp Counselor, Group Leader for CSUN's Orientation, President of her sorority, Treasurer of Deaf CSUNians, Mentor for freshmen students, receptionist for a photography company, and has volunteered in numerous community services. Janette's recent trip to Jamaica last January has inspired her need to connect with others globally and to empower and advocate for deaf individuals. She is honored to be a delegate for GRO and looks forward to having a great experience. |