Students majoring in other fields will find that the development of American Sign Language skills and the ability to communicate with Deaf people can significantly increase their marketability and career options upon graduation.

The minor in ASL Studies will provide students with an opportunity to master American Sign Language at a communicative level and have a broad understanding of the culture of the Deaf community.

Students will become familiar with resources available to them related to the Deaf community, such as interpreter referral services and video relay services, and will be able to utilize those services in their own professions. Students will have a clear sense of how American Sign Language and knowledge of the Deaf community apply to their major.

Program Requirements