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Impact And Utilization Of Asl Lab Spaces In University Settings, Nathan J. Dutra, Michele Vincent

Journal of Interpretation

American Sign Language (ASL) is a challenging yet rapidly growing language taught at both secondary and higher education levels. Despite its increasing popularity, there is limited literature on utilizing ASL labs as learning centers. This quantitative study examines the implementation of a new ASL lab at a large four-year university in California. It investigates the factors influencing participation, the motivations behind students' involvement, and their perceptions of the lab's effectiveness. Results indicate significant associations between course modality, instructor influence, and lab participation. The study suggests that ASL labs function as cultural and educational spaces that promote visibility of Deaf culture …

True Biz: A Fusion Of Written English And Printed Asl, Elysha O'Brien

UNLV Theses, Dissertations, Professional Papers, and Capstones

This paper analyzes the book True Biz by Sara Novic with particular attention given to the socio-cultural and historical aspects of the story as well as the postmodern construction of the novel. The narrative of a young girl transferring to a Deaf school and learning American Sign Language features numerous translanguaging characteristics. This essay pays close attention to story elements and how those elements highlight significant aspects of Deaf culture and Deaf history as well as how the postmodern construction of the novel enables a book to feature two differing language systems, namely written English and printed American Sign Language.

Creation And Representation: Rhetorical Effectiveness Of Audience Construction Within The Deaf Vlogging Community, Imani Rodriguez

Honors Undergraduate Theses

Diverse minority groups use YouTube as a platform to share stories, grow brands, and develop communities online. While previous research has investigated Deaf-focused videos on YouTube, past focus has been on video genres, creator purpose, and how content engages with existing representation and stigma (Hibbard & Fels, 2011; Li et al., 2022; Souza et al., 2023; Martzos et al., 2021; Oliveira et al., 2021; Parton, 2016). There has also been research on how online communities can initiate open conversation for many minority groups that may not be possible due to location, disability, or censorship (Case, 2012).

This research focuses on …

Deaf Faculty Members’ Experiences In Higher Education Institutions, Stephanie Proctor Horvath

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Deaf faculty members bring diverse perspectives to higher education, yet their experiences remain underexplored in academic research. The critical first year of teaching can shape their career experiences, revealing both opportunities for growth and systemic barriers. The purpose of this study was to understand deaf faculty members’ experiences, focusing on their transition into academic roles, the accommodations provided in their workplaces, and the challenges they faced. This study employed a qualitative phenomenological design, utilizing semi-structured interviews with 15 Deaf faculty members, whose teaching experience ranges from 1 to 30 years. In the reflexive thematic analysis and AI-coding of this data, …

A Different Way To Hear: The Role Of Children’S Literature In Promoting Asl And Deaf Awareness, Joslyn Harrington

Honors Projects

A Different Way to Hear is a 32-page children’s storybook project designed to promote early exposure to American Sign Language (ASL) and foster cultural awareness of Deaf identity. The story follows a hearing child who, through friendship with a Deaf peer, learns to experience the world through senses beyond sound. Inspired by research on ASL acquisition, Deaf Studies, and inclusive education practices, the book naturally integrates ASL into the narrative and illustrations to model visual communication strategies for young readers. This project responds to a lack of children’s literature that authentically portrays Deaf characters outside of deficit-based narratives. Through careful …

Silent Holy Spirit, January-March, 2025

Silent Holy Spirit

A newsletter published for Deaf Catholics in St. Louis, MO

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Deaf Culture Matters: The Perceived Implementation Of Culturally Responsive Teaching Practices In Public Deaf Education, Stephanie Elpenord-Senatus

Graduate Theses & Dissertations

Over the last five decades, the number of Deaf and hard-of-hearing (DHH) students enrolled in public schools has significantly increased, while fewer attend traditional residential schools for the Deaf. Although public schools may provide academic advantages, concerns remain about their capacity to meet the cultural, linguistic, and social-emotional needs of DHH students. Access to Deaf culture is essential for students to develop a healthy Deaf identity, feel a sense of belonging, and participate meaningfully in their education.

While the Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT) framework has been widely researched, there is limited work examining Deaf culture explicitly through the lens of …

Silent Holy Spirit, October-December, 2024

Silent Holy Spirit

A newsletter published for Deaf Catholics in St. Louis, MO

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Emotional Display Rules Of Deaf Culture, Nicholas M. Gala, Lawrence Pick

JADARA

Emotional display rules refer to the expression of culturally prescribed and socially acceptable emotions across different people and situations (Wu & Schulz, 2020). The display rules among hearing adults across several cultures are well defined and depend on the type of emotion, the individuals involved in the exchange, and the situation. Regarding Deaf culture in the United States, this minoritized group may follow unique display rules (Hosie et al., 2000), but there has been almost no research conducted with this population and the existing studies have focused on youth. The present study explores perceived emotional expressions among a sample of …

Silent Holy Spirit, July-September, 2024

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A newsletter published for Deaf Catholics in St. Louis, MO

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Hand In Hand, September-October 2024

Hand in Hand

A newsletter published for Deaf Catholics in Milwaukee, WI

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Hand In Hand, July-August, 2024

Hand in Hand

A newsletter published for Deaf Catholics in Milwaukee, WI

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Your Role In Communicating With Deaf Patients: Lessons Learned From A Virtual Patient Panel, Natalie M. Perlov, Bs, Benedicta O. Olonilua, Bs, Rosemary Frasso, Phd, Dimitrios Papanagnou, Md, Julia Croce, Aud

Health Equity and Quality Improvement (HEQI) Summit

Background

• Communication and cultural differences predispose Deaf patients to suboptimal healthcare¹
• Health professionals have historically received little to no training in caring for Deaf patients²
• Patient panels are an effective medical education tool to model communication strategies³

Hand In Hand, May-June 2024

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Silent Holy Spirit, April-June 2024

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Hand In Hand, March-April 2024

Hand in Hand

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Hand In Hand, Spring 2024

Hand in Hand

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1986 Ncod Pastoral Week Appeal

National Catholic Office for the Deaf (NCOD) Conferences

Documents from the 1986 NCOD Pastoral Week held in Orlando, FL in 1986

• Deaf Catholic Archives appeal for materials

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1986 Ncod Pastoral Week Document

National Catholic Office for the Deaf (NCOD) Conferences

Documents from the 1986 NCOD Pastoral Week held in Orlando, FL in 1986

• Workshop by Karen & Richard McGann: Ministering with Deaf/Blind
Workshop: Hispanic Deaf People and Their Families
• Celebration of Welcome and Beginning
• Workshops: Managing Conflict
• Ideas for Reflection and Discussion During the Pastoral Week
• Letter regarding "Special Interest" meeting

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1986 Ncod Pastoral Week Report

National Catholic Office for the Deaf (NCOD) Conferences

Documents from the 1986 NCOD Pastoral Week held in Orlando, FL in 1986

• Report for Region 5: the Northeast
• Report to the NCOD Board of Directors
• NCOD Region I report
• Region III, NCOD Midwest Region report
• Great Lakes Region report
• Director Report
• Proposal to the Board of National Catholic Office of the Deaf

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1986 Ncod Pastoral Week Program

National Catholic Office for the Deaf (NCOD) Conferences

Documents from the 1986 NCOD Pastoral Week held in Orlando, FL in 1986

• Schedule
• Invitation

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Silent Holy Spirit, January-March 2024

Silent Holy Spirit

A newsletter published for Deaf Catholics in St. Louis, MO

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Hand In Hand, Winter 2023

Hand in Hand

A newsletter published for Deaf Catholics in Milwaukee, WI

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Hand In Hand, Winter 2023

Hand in Hand

A newsletter published for Deaf Catholics in Milwaukee, WI

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Signed Copy Of "The Misrepresentation Of American Sign Language In Mainstream Film Media: A Call For Inclusive Representation", Katherine M. Hamilton, Lisalee D. Egbert

MavTHAT ASL Student Organization-Archive

Mass film media shapes culture, reflecting dominant norms and influencing public opinions. This popular form of media has the power to shape popular culture and influence public opinions and perceptions; thus, properly portraying Deaf characters, the correct linguistic model of American Sign Language (ASL), and Deaf Culture in this powerful medium is crucial. This research examines the misrepresentation of Deaf Culture and ASL in film and its impact on real-world interactions between Deaf and hearing c/Communities. By analyzing historical film trends, bring modern trends to light, and creating educational tools, this study aims to create measurable change in media practice. …

Silent Holy Spirit, October-December 2023

Silent Holy Spirit

A newsletter published for Deaf Catholics in St. Louis, MO

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Hand In Hand, Autumn 2023

Hand in Hand

A newsletter published for Deaf Catholics in Milwaukee, WI

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Leader-Member Exchange And The Effect Of Deaf Identity On Relationship Quality, David Hylan Jr., Melissa J. Hawthorne

JADARA

The focus of this study was the relationship between leaders and their team members and how Deaf identity can predict the quality of that relationship. Employment and personal identity are often linked, and this is true of Deaf identity. This study explores how Deaf identity impacts leader-member exchanges and seeks to identify components of Deaf identity that promote better workplace experiences. The results of a Pearson r correlation analysis supported a significant positive correlation between the Deaf Acculturation Scale score and the Leader-Member Exchange 7 questionnaire score. A linear regression analysis indicated that Deaf identity was a significant predictor of …

Silent Holy Spirit, July-September 2023

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Cripping And Deafening Covid-19- Re-Framing A Pandemic In Higher Education, Wendy S. Harbour

International Journal on Responsibility

This article looks at ways institutions of higher education (IHEs) can use the models of disability, disability studies, and Deaf studies to “crip” and “Deafen” their response to COVID-19. A review of previous epidemics and pandemics, including yellow fever, the 1918 influenza epidemic, polio, and HIV/AIDS disease, disability, and Deafness. Health services, counseling centers, and disability resource centers expanded over time, and IHEs still rely heavily on them for health, disability, and Deaf concerns. By cripping and Deafening COVID-19 responses, higher education can use a more holistic view of the pandemic, making illness, mental health, disability and Deafness the responsibility …