[NFBCS] Introduction and Informational Interview Request

[avery ingram]

Hello,

I'm Avery, from Oregon. I have a Bachelor's in Biochemistry and Biophysics. My original goal was to become a physician, but I'm realizing computational biology would be a better fit for me. I'm excited to go into a field that's more accessible and intellectually engaging.

I'm requesting the Oregon Commission for the Blind to pay for computer science classes. I've noticed most people applying for entry-level jobs have graduate degrees, so I want to ensure I'm competitive for these.  A requirement they have is for me to conduct informational interviews with people in computational biology, bioinformatics, and accessibility, since I'm also considering getting an accessibility-related job in the interim. If anyone would be willing to speak to why I need these classes over a brief Zoom call, I'd be very grateful. It's extremely challenging to obtain funding from them, so this would go a long way toward allowing me to succeed.

I've been involved with the NFB for a few years off and on, but I plan to be much more as time goes on. I want to provide others with the kinds of help the NFB is currently giving to me. Feel free to email me at
avery8ingram at gmail.com
Thanks for your time!

Best,

Avery

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