On this second part of the Deaf Awareness Week posts (part one), we bring you a perspective on education for the deaf, and the different challenges it implies. First, from the Central African Republic, a school that after funds stopped, has continued fueled only by love. Second, from the Philippines, deaf students created and produced a video showcasing the struggles many of them face after they graduate. In Venezuela, teachers for the deaf explain the importance of a bilingual and bi-cultural education. And finally, a visual example of how different sign languages from two countries can be. [...] more »

English as mother tongue for some children - ASL as first language for others. The author of the Blog (1001 Books in ASL) does some important work, in translating Childrenbooks into American Sign Language. Have a look - it's worth it. [...] more »

I recently returned from a 10-day trip to Europe, which included visiting the Czech Republic, England, and Italy. The purpose of the trip to Europe was to explore opportunities, and to strengthen and develop our relationship with other universities, schools, and organizations that work with and serve deaf people. Also, the intent was to exchange ideas and to strengthen Gallaudet's image in Europe. It was a very busy and full week. [...] more »

Recently we promised an interview with Dr Paddy Ladd. Hooray, here it is now: We are hoping to do more interviews in future. Please subscribe to our RSS feed, to make sure you don't miss these. [...] more »

Hello, I’m Robert Davila, president of Gallaudet University. On April 30th and May 1st, we were visited again by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. This was their second visit. [...] more »