Dr. Toni Saia is a newly promoted associate professor at San Diego State University whose research focuses on the impact of stigma among wheelchair uses and how these factors intersect with mental health. Dr. Saia’s scholarship aims to amplify the voices of those who are marginalized in the disability community and she personifies the “nothing about us, without us” approach by including persons with disabilities (PWD) in all stages of her research. Her scholarship utilizes mix-methods approaches as she highlights the importance of environmental factors often overlooked in research. In addition to her scholarship, she was awarded the “Most Influential Faculty Member” at her institution and is described by her nominator as being tirelessly devoted to ensuring accessibility for all students and members of the community. Dr. Saia was named a Faculty Fellow with the Center for Inclusive Excellence at SDSU where her work includes educating faculty and staff on ableism and inclusive curriculum and teaching practices. Dr. Saia started and advises a student group, The Disabled Student Society. Dr. Saia was awarded an RSA training grant and oversees the education and training of students working to become rehabilitation counseling professionals.