Meet Stan Clawson, Filmmaker and Campus Video Services Supervisor, University of Utah
Stan Clawson doesn’t let his T9-10 complete break keep him from succeeding in his chosen profession University of Utah's Stan Clawson It was August 20, 1996, and 20-year-old Stan Clawson was out enjoying a rock climbing adventure in Little Cottonwood Canyon. As he repelled off a cliff, his gear came apart and he plummeted 48 feet. He first landed on his back, then the momentum rolled him into a nearby stream. “I have no recollection of the... [Read More...]
Meet Dave Gillespie, PhD
This molecular biology researcher shares how he re-entered the workforce after a spinal cord injury On Christmas Eve, 2007, cancer researcher Dave Gillespie collided with a tree while snowboarding at the Brighton ski area in Utah. His spine was stretched to the point of severe damage resulting in a T6 complete break – no sensation from the sternum down. “I never lost consciousness,” recalls Gillespie. “I knew most of the surgeons who were... [Read More...]
Meet Eddie and Chris Canales, founders of Gridiron Heroes
This Texas father-and-son partnership supports injured high school football players with their organization, Gridiron Heroes “It’s really hard for these guys down the road. They become forgotten athletes.” ~Eddie Canales, co-founder of Gridiron Heroes Football is more than just a game in Texas. Hundreds of Texas communities revolve around the excitement of high school football season. For top players, the high school football years can be... [Read More...]
Meet Pat Schmitt: How this Wisconsin native stays involved in the active life he loves
We met Pat Schmitt in September, 2011 through Twitter and smiled at his Twitter background emblazoned with “I’m only it for the parking.” Once we saw his lively YouTube video “doing donuts” in the snow in his motorized chair, we knew we HAD to get to know this guy. We thought you would like to meet him as well. “Sure, I have challenging days, but I believe that if I couldn’t handle it, I wouldn’t have been dealt the situation.”... [Read More...]
Meet Gina Campbell: Student, amateur chef, and activist
“Be normal… actually, never be normal.”~Gina Campbell lives by these words and brightens the world around her with her positive attitude and industrious nature. Gina Campbell was injured in a diving accident, just before her 18th birthday, on October 11th, 2003. She suffered a break at the C5/C6 level, leaving her in a wheel-chair and with limited use of her hands. Since then, she has continued to pursue her goals with the same gusto as before... [Read More...]
Meet Jenny Kreutzer: Ms Wheelchair Kansas 2011
Despite spinal cord injury, a life of accomplishments and joy On March 26, 1996, Jenny Kreutzer was on a youth group ski trip when her life changed forever. The high-school-age girl slammed into a tree, snapping her spinal cord with an incomplete break at the L-2 and L-3 level. Over the past 15 years, Jenny has refused to let her disability hinder her energy and passion for living as normally as possible. Today, Jenny is a wife and mother of two,... [Read More...]
Your Stories: Meet Matt Brandt
Will to Walk Founder Rich Hamill has met people all over the country who live with spinal cord injuries. We would like to introduce you to some of the people who are interested in joining with us to find a cure. Matt Brandt Matt Brandt is a full-time Electrical Supervisor living in Vail, Arizona. He was injured on July 4, 2007 while on vacation in California. Matt keeps a positive attitude and remains committed to health and fitness while science... [Read More...]
