2017-2018 Hearing Undergraduate Students Brochure (Gallaudet University)

THE WORLD’S ONLY BILINGUAL AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE AND ENGLISH UNIVERSITY.

PROGRAMS FOR HEARING STUDENTS

I WAS FASCINATED WITH ASL AS A CHILD, AND WONDERED WHY M TO LEARN ABOUT DEAF CULTURE. HAVING THE OPPORTUNITY TO THAT I WILL CHERISH FOR THE REST OF MY LIFE.

Te Place to Be. If you already know American Sign Language and would like to study with deaf and hard of hearing individuals, Gallaudet University is for you.

No other university ofers full immersion in a bilingual ASL and English environment, along with internship and research opportunities that span the globe. You will study with internationally renowned professors who are experts in their felds and excellent mentors, and you will rapidly expand your knowledge of ASL and Deaf Culture.

With our location in Washington, D.C., you will have unparalleled access to the educational, cultural and recreational resources of a global capital.

Interpretation graduates work in business, education, government, and medical settings throughout the United States and other countries.

A comprehensive university designed for deaf and hard of hearing individuals, in a global capital. There is simply no other place like this in the world.

As a Gallaudet student, your possibilities are endless. Collaborate with faculty on research with national and global impact, from educational neuroscience to communication policy. Take advantage of our location near the U.S. Capitol to intern with a member of Congress—or at the White House, the Smithsonian museums, a corporate ofce or an international association.

Enjoy a vibrant campus with NCAA Division III athletics, numerous student organizations and a full event calendar.

Live with deaf and hard of hearing students from all over the world and immerse yourself in a true bilingual experience.

Te Admissions Process for Hearing Students All hearing applicants will work closely with the Bachelor of Arts in Interpretation (BAI) and Hearing Undergraduate (HUG) admissions counselor. The BAI/HUG admissions counselor is readily available to assist you during the two-phase application process. Phase 1 of screening is initiated by completing the online undergraduate application. For programspecifc requirements, your admissions counselor will contact you regarding eligibility to continue with Phase 2.

Phase 1: Admissions Requirements • Online application • $50 application fee • Two essays: English and ASL

• One letter of recommendation • Copies of ofcial transcripts • ACT and/or SAT test scores

Phase 2: Program-specifc Requirements Bachelor of Arts in Interpretation (BAI) Program • BAI language profciency evaluation • American Sign Language Profciency Interview (ASLPI)

Hearing Undergraduate (HUG) Program • HUG interview • American Sign Language Profciency Interview (ASLPI)

The Bachelor of Arts in Interpretation Program Our renowned interpretation program draws hearing and deaf students from around the globe. Comprehensive coursework and fieldwork will provide you with the knowledge and skills in ASL interpreting to achieve success in this high-demand career.

The program includes hands-on training in a variety of settings, as well as supporting courses in ASL, deaf studies, biological sciences, and linguistics.

Enter Any Major as a Hearing Undergraduate Student Each year we accept a select group of hearing frst year and transfer students to our Hearing Undergraduate (HUG) program. Choose from chemistry, education, information technology, international studies, theatre arts, and more than 25 other bachelor’s degree options. In all majors you will gain a broad educational foundation as well as specialized knowledge and practical experience.

MORE PEOPLE DIDN’T TAKE THE TIME O STUDY AT GALLAUDET IS SOMETHING

—Johnny Ahern, ’17 Gainesville, Virginia B.A., Deaf Studies

Rodney Lebon, ’17 Charlotte, North Carolina Current Student Interpretation Major

“At Gallaudet, I fnd myself balancing my studies and getting involved in sports, campus organizations, and social events on- and ofcampus. Spending most of my time with deaf and hard of hearing students is where I feel most comfortable. My journey towards becoming an interpreter feels just right.”

Lettie Nazloo

Charlotte, North Carolina Current Student American Sign Language and Deaf Studies Major

“Gallaudet gave me a chance to explore my CODA identity, study my frst language at an advanced level with amazing professors, and discover employment opportunities in the Deaf community.

Gallaudet is my second home.”

OUR FACULTY ARE LEADERS IN THEIR DISCIPLINES AND IN THE DEAF COMMUNITY.

Full Immersion If you are a hearing student who already knows American Sign Language, full immersion is benefcial in increasing one’s awareness and knowledge of ASL, Deaf Culture, and the signing community. With students, faculty and staf using ASL and English, every class, every club and every conversation can be visual.

Choose from more than 45 Undergraduate Majors and Minors

“GALLAUDET HAS OPENED MY EYES TO THE OPPORTUNITIES AROUND ME. I HAVE GROWN SO MUCH DURING MY TIME HERE, AND I FEEL CONFIDENT ABOUT MY FUTURE.” —Andre Simons Farmington, Connecticut Current Student Interpretation Major

Our Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degree options include nationally accredited programs in accounting, business, information technology and social work, as well as pre-law and pre-medicine programs.

A World-renowned Interpretation Program Gallaudet is the only university in the world that ofers undergraduate, master’s and doctoral degrees in ASL-English interpretation. Our interactive interpretation laboratory provides hands- on training in a variety of business, education, government and medical settings.

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