Teaching Self-Advocacy through Mentorship: How to Amplify the Voices of Youth

Chris Oshana is a sophomore at the University of Michigan studying Biopsychology, Cognition, and Neuroscience. He hopes to inspire other youth to advocate for themselves in all aspects of their lives. As an adolescent, I never really knew how to advocate for myself in a health care setting. Growing up, my parents—who emigrated from Iraq to … Read more

Back to School, COVID-19 Edition: My Experience as a College Student During the Pandemic

Chris Oshana is a sophomore at the University of Michigan studying Biopsychology, Cognition, and Neuroscience. He hopes to inspire other youth to advocate for themselves in all aspects of their lives. The following reflects Chris’ lived experiences, thoughts, and opinions on the coronavirus. As a college freshman, moving back home to live with my family after … Read more