James Dykes Last Lecture

Description: When James Dykes was a sophomore in high school, he was diagnosed with Friedrich's ataxia, a progressive disease that attacks the nervous system and greatly shortens life expectancy. Despite the prognosis, James pushed past the adversity to complete his college degree, one of his life goals. He became an inspiration to teachers, students and others who encountered his determination in each course. He even continued to press on bravely his senior year despite a heart attack, congestive heart ...