Hi Jayson, I was referred by a fellow swimmer and coach.  I am hoping to network with other swimmers because I am working on a research project that involves my history in swimming. I was told that I may gain a different perspective here.

Well, to make a long story short, I teach at MDC-Homestead and also for Nova Southeastern in a long-term benthic monitoring program. I have a student at MDC that is interested in marine archaeology, and the first person that came to mind is Brenda Altmeier. I worked with her husband (I think now ex) for 7 years. Anyway, I was trying to get my student in touch with Brenda.

Jayson: I heard about diversity in Aquatics from Ken Stewart at the recent National Association of Black Scuba Divers Summit. My wife is just now learning how to swim at the age of 51. Look forward to networking here.

Miles

oops, pardon my typo's.

Hi Jason and thank you for letting me join Diversity in Aquatics.  I'm so excited.  My daughter who is is Sr is High School is working on an independent project in her Gov't class about how African Americans are 3 times more likely to drown (don't hold me to the accuracy of the figures!) and that over 70% of African American children cannot swim.  She's seeking to help promote swimming among minorities with and has just got in touch with the NE Swim Inclusion committee.  I saw and heard about Diversity in Aquatics through articles and interviews with Cullen Jones.    We're already on our way in helping and I'm so excited about the prospect (all in 24 hours!). 

I’m doing research on how to start a non-profit youth swim team for the minorities in my community.

Jason, by the way, I also typed in my own name incorrectly!  Its Fredrica Gray.  Looking foward to learning more about DIversity Aquatics.  Please ask Dennis to email me re Amistad. 

I stumbled upon you guy doing a Google search about diverse aquatics programs.

Hi Jason,

I was searching for information on continuing  my adult swimming lessons and reading material on minority drowning statistics. I came across diversity in aquatics and really liked what this group stood for. There has been a recent drowning incident with a 15 year old here in Arlington, TX and I was hoping I could get some information on how we as a community could figure something out to spread the word on water safety.  

You're welcome - thru a friend of mine.

I stumbled across your site during a google search for "The Josh Project." I like how you are spreading awareness about aquatics.  We have just started a program in Kansas City, MO doing similar things in our community. 

Hi Jayson - I heard about the website from Shaun.  I am his aunt.

Hi Jayson, thanks for the welcome! :-) I heard about you all from several people I follow on Twitter that share info about water safety.

Hi Jayson, thanks for accepting my invitation. I joined because of the movie, "White Wash", which I'm just now reviewing. I went to school with one of the commentators, Lee Pitts. After a little research, I stumbled on this very fine site. I'm impressed with the mission/vision. Much needed. Best regards!

I was doing a general search and happened to come across the site. I must say it seems like you do a good job at creating awareness.

Heard about you from scuba diving associate at NABS .org

I know this is late but thank you for your comment!

Trying to locate a old friend and this link came up so I clicked and just entered my information. It seem interesting. My daughter love to swim. I will do more research into the program to see how this link could benefit me and/or my daughter. Thank you for the acceptance. Enjoy your weekend. GOD bless.