Ten internships. A biology graduate. A basketball player, NCAA Walter Byers Scholar Finalist, and honors student. Blessed Mbogo, ’25 carved out his own journey at Gallaudet, supported by mentors but driven by his own discipline and vision. From his first research experience to his work at the University of Michigan studying mental health access for Deaf people, he is showing what happens when you lead with purpose. #IamGallaudet *This interview was filmed in 2023. Blessed graduated from Gallaudet in 2025.