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Winner called an inspiration to UK
By Gary Wulf
Staff Writer
Living with a disability would give a lot of people a reason to give up, but Darrell Mattingly has used his disability as a way to inspire others.
Mattingly, a computer science graduate student who suffers from cerebral palsy, is described as an "inspiration to both young and old people."
"To see someone that young take on all those responsibilities -- not only motivating disabled students but all students -- is incredible," said Pam Hancock, a quadriplegic student who was one of two people to nominate Mattingly for the award.
The Carol S. Adelstein Outstanding Student Award is given to students the student with a disability who best serves as an inspiration to UK.
Despite suffering from cerebral palsy, Mattingly has served on numerous campus groups to vocalize the concerns of the students with disabilities. He believes that staying active beyond the classroom is an important part of the college experience.
He served as president of the UK Disabled Student Union from 1991 to 1994 and co-coordinator of the 1992 and 1993 fall orientations for students with disabilities, as well as three other campus groups.
He also participate in the Student Government Association and the Newman Center.
"The role he has taken with his involvement in disability issues has been very active," Hancock said. "Some people his age would not be as civic-minded he is."
After earning his master's degree, Mattingly might begin work on a doctorate. He hopes to work in the area of artificial intelligence.
Mattingly received a plaque and $500 as a reward for service to the university and community.
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