Kristopher was diagnosed with brain cancer while attending the Michigan Institute of Aviation and Technology studying to be an aviation mechanic and working full time.  He plans to continue to work and study while undergoing treatment.  Although it is against his nature, his diagnosis has taught him to allow people to help him every once in a while. Despite his diagnosis, he is determined not to let cancer deny him of the diploma he has worked so hard towards. Kris encourages others to "never give up hope and never give up on yourself".