Josh Sundquist, a paralympic ski racer and nationally-known inspirational comedian, will present "The Funniest Disability Awareness Program in America" on Wednesday, Dec. 3, at 7:30 p.m. in the Events Barn. The presentation includes funny stories about Josh's experiences as a professional ski racer, his life as an amputee and his childhood battle with cancer to redefine stereotypes about disability and diversity.
At age nine Josh was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer, which led to amputation of his left leg. In 2006 he was named to the US Paralympic Ski Team for the 2006 Paralympics in Turino, Italy. At the age of 10, Josh began speaking to groups about his experiences. He has since shared his story as a keynote speaker at schools, Fortune 500 companies, and at the White House. As a writer, Josh has been published in The Washington Post, Daily Guideposts, and Current, Newsweek's college magazine.
At age nine Josh was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer, which led to amputation of his left leg. In 2006 he was named to the US Paralympic Ski Team for the 2006 Paralympics in Turino, Italy. At the age of 10, Josh began speaking to groups about his experiences. He has since shared his story as a keynote speaker at schools, Fortune 500 companies, and at the White House. As a writer, Josh has been published in The Washington Post, Daily Guideposts, and Current, Newsweek's college magazine.
