The Deaf Studies major is designed to educate students who will be advocates for and with the Deaf community in the United States to promote equality in all aspects of life for all. The curriculum provides a coherent plan of study through courses in American Sign Language, Deaf Culture, linguistics, cultural theories, and practicums involved within the Deaf community. During their final year, Deaf Studies majors will endeavor their academic experience through internship, which includes fieldwork related to Deaf Studies and a capstone designed to meet their individual objectives.

A BA in Deaf Studies can allow students the opportunity to work in Deaf-related careers such as administration, counseling, advocacy, or education. The Department of ASL-English Interpretation at Columbia College is also in a unique position by partnering with the highly active artistic Deaf community in Chicago and is offering courses taught by internationally known faculty in the creative ASL art field.
 

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