Dyanna Oastler is a recent graduate from SDSU with a B.A. in English and currently volunteers in the lab supporting research. As a Deaf individual, she is passionate about disability advocacy and the intersection of language, identity, and mental health. Her research interests include language deprivation, language acquisition, Deaf mental health, and the development of inclusive tools that bridge communication gaps. Dyanna hopes to pursue graduate studies in psychology or a related field and is committed to research that uplifts underserved communities and promotes equitable access for all.