American Sign Language (ASL) Studies Minor

Department Chair: Charles Herbold, M.A.

Note: By the end of the program, students must demonstrate competence in American Sign Language (ASL) by completing ASL 2212 with a B- or better. Students wishing to minor in ASL Studies are advised to begin their language study as early as possible.

Required (24 credits):

ASL 1101 - American Sign Language I and ASL 1003 American Sign Language I Lab
OR
FYS 1142 - Gestural Foundations of ASL and ASL 1003 American Sign Language I Lab
ASL 1102 - American Sign Language II and ASL 1004 American Sign Language II Lab
ASL 2211 - American Sign Language III and ASL 2201 American Sign Language III Lab
ASL 2212 - American Sign Language IV and ASL 2202 American Sign Language IV Lab
ASL 2230 - Educational and Life Experiences of Deaf People
ASL 3369 - American Deaf Culture

One (1) ASL 3000-level course from below (4 credits):

Total Hours: 28

Other Opportunities:

Jan Term Courses

Experiential Courses

ASL 3395 - Internship American Sign Language (2 credits)
OR
ASL 4495 - Internship American Sign Language (2 credits)
Practicums are encouraged, but not required. If a student wishes to have a practicum experience, contact the Department Chair.
ASL 3100 - ASL House Study (2 credits)
This is encouraged, but not required. May live in the ASL House for one year or attend Gallaudet University for a semester as a visiting student. Contact the Department Chair for more information.

American Sign Language courses (ASL I-IV) may be waived through a placement examination before the beginning of classes. Students who have taken American Sign Language courses elsewhere must take the placement examination before registering.