California Quote by Camryn Manheim
“I learned how to sign because when I was growing up in California in order to get into college you needed two semesters of language to get into a University of California school.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Talk Show, 2013
Learning sign language was a strategic step to meet college admission requirements.
In simple terms: Studied sign language to meet college entry needs.
Adapt skills to meet institutional goals.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- college applications
- job qualifications
- community outreach
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What alternative pathways could bypass such requirements?
- How can institutions become more inclusive?
May reinforce systemic barriers rather than challenge them.