Im no trailblazer, says first student with Down’s to join University [Video]

Angela Bettoni may be the first Mcast BA graduate with Down’s syndrome – but she makes it a point to say she is “no trailblazer” and is just living her life to the full.

The 23-year-old has now moved on to university – another first in Malta for a person with Down’s – where she is pursuing her passion for performing arts. She will be building on her dissertation on representation for people with learning disabilities in this field and doing a diploma in community access for disabled people.

Again, she takes the university accomplishment in her stride. “Don’t think of me as a hero!”

But Bettoni will not take it against you either: “My achievements are open to interpretation. People can see me as they want, I do not mind. I’m just trying to live my life.”

While people consider her an inspiration, she just wants to be seen …