Sign singers: Mar 4, 2008
Therese Botz, who founded the choir, said she was influenced by local sign language performers as well as the performances she had seen when she worked at Gallaudet University, a school for the deaf and hard of hearing in Washington, D.C.. The idea was to get students who signed very well together, said Botz, American Sign Language coordinator. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Sign of a champion Mar 3, 2008
Feldman went on to play at Gallaudet University, a school for deaf and hard-of-hearing students in Washington, D.C.. Coach Brad Crowell, a hearing person who communicates with his players through sign language, took over the girls' program in 1995. (Boston Globe)
Nancy Becker, creative advocate for the deaf, dies at 60 Feb 29, 2008
from Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C., and received a master's in deaf education from Western Maryland College. After moving to the Boston area, she volunteered and worked in the deaf community. (Boston Globe)
Speaking without words Feb 20, 2008
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A Study Of Adaptation Feb 10, 2008
When it comes time to weigh higher education opportunities, those students increasingly are considering mainstream colleges and not just traditional deaf schools like Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C., officials said. Of the 16 students in the ASD class of 2007, which graduated in June, nine went to college and four are working. (FOX61, CT)
Silent Super Bowl Ad Gets People Talking Feb 1, 2008
"I applaud Pepsi for its inclusive approach and addressing deaf issues in such a creative way," said Robert Davila, the president of Gallaudet University, a school for the deaf and hard of hearing. "This humorous ad can help raise awareness about the deaf community and break down stereotypes by promoting positive imagery to millions of TV viewers around the globe," Davila said. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Edwards students try their hands at sign language Jan 18, 2008
" With Bill Burke playing the song on a karaoke machine, Gwynne soon had the group (boys and girls alike) enthusiastically signing the words. The rest of the lesson went just as well. Gwynne Burke told the students the boy on Martha's Vineyard was Thomas Gallaudet, for whom Gallaudet University, in Washington, D.C., is named. She mentioned that American Sign Language, "pidgin" sign and "Exact English" are the three most commonly used languages. Mastering the signs gives people a whole new way to... (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Deaf foster children find a home closer to home Dec 25, 2007
A 14-year-old resident said she is finally getting caught up on her school work, an important goal for her because she wants to attend the country's top school for the deaf, Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C. She said she wants to become a public-service lawyer so she can help deaf foster children who find themselves in similar situations. The 17-year-old is an expressive youth passionate about video games and drawing. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Did friendship influence $6 million gift? Prominent Fredericksburg resident leaves $6 million estate to Gallaudet University, a school for the deaf and hard of hearing Dec 21, 2007
Prominent Fredericksburg resident leaves $6 million estate to Gallaudet University, a school for the deaf and hard of hearing ... Gallaudet University, a Washington school for the deaf and hard of hearing, announced this month that Binns left the university more than $6 million of her estate. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Dwelling on differences Dec 4, 2007
A perfect example of this happened last year at Gallaudet University, the world's only deaf university. Students protested and even barricaded themselves inside a building at the selection of a new university president: Jane K. Fernandes. (The Cavalier Daily, VA)
Deaf students from Australia let their hands do the talking Dec 3, 2007
Over the weekend, they went to Washington, D.C., where Gallaudet University was on their agenda. They will visit New York city before returning for the Australians' last two days at the deaf school. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Gallaudet University taken off probation Nov 17, 2007
WASHINGTON (AP) Gallaudet University, the nation's only liberal arts college for the deaf, has been taken off probation by its accrediting agency after a review of its enrollment and academic standards. Linda Suskie, an official with the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, confirmed the group had voted to take Gallaudet off probation and give it a warning an interim step while the school works toward reaccreditation. (USA Today -- News)
Gallaudet No Longer on Probation Nov 16, 2007
Gallaudet University president Robert Davila said the school is no longer on probation. The Northeast Washington school is the nation's top liberal arts college for the deaf and hard of hearing. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Paranoia as prevalent as special teams in American football Nov 13, 2007
Historians credit Gallaudet University, a school for the deaf, with inventing the huddle in the 1890s to prevent opponents from reading sign language. Now, coaches cover their mouths, in case opponents employ lip readers to watch telecasts. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
She uses her hands--and her heart--to speak to the deaf Nancy Hayden interprets for deaf students at Massaponax High Nov 11, 2007
According to Gallaudet University, the number of hearing-impaired people in the U.S. varies depending on who's collecting data. Gallaudet, a college for the deaf and hard of hearing, states that agencies define deafness differently. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
New devices open communications for deaf Nov 8, 2007
Norman Williams, a senior research engineer at Gallaudet University, a school for the deaf and hard-of-hearing in Washington, D.C., uses a video phone every day for a variety of calls including talking to his kids' teachers, arranging doctors' visits or ordering pizza. I can't imagine living without it, Williams said in an interview using a video relay service. (Globe and Mail)
Letters to the Editor: Oct. 29 Oct 29, 2007
"Vibrating sirens is an interesting idea, and it could benefit all drivers, not just deaf drivers," agreed Erin Casler, a spokeswoman for Gallaudet University. As part of the equipment upgrade, Lanier is slowly getting rid of the constantly flashing red and blue lights used by police cruisers when they patrol the streets, ending a practice her predecessor, Charles H. Ramsey, initiated in 2003 to make police cars more visible. (Pensacola News Journal)
Today In History - October 29, 2007 Oct 29, 2007
One year ago: The board of trustees of Gallaudet University, the nations premier school for the deaf, voted to revoke the appointment of incoming president Jane Fernandes, who had been the subject of protests. A Nigerian Boeing 737 jetliner crashed just after takeoff from Abuja airport, killing 96 of the 105 people on board. (CBS2.com, CA)
'Jena 6' case in Louisiana spurs copycats Oct 10, 2007
At the Model Secondary School for the Deaf on the campus of Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C., seven students, six white and one black, assault a black student and scrawl KKK and swastikas all over him. The incidents are among at least a dozen racial incidents across the country found in news reports since the case of the "Jena Six." The six black teens were charged with beating a white student after a series of racial incidents that included white students hanging nooses from a... (USA Today)
Police: Black student marked with... Oct 5, 2007
Groups of white, black students argued on Gallaudet University campus ... The school is a residential high school on the campus of Gallaudet University, a higher education facility for deaf and hard of hearing people. (CNN -- Law)
Music Choice Selects TeleScope for Their Digital Asset Management Solution Aug 31, 2007
Customers include AOL, Boeing, Bowling Green State University, Gallaudet University, Harcourt, HarperCollins Publishers, Microsoft, Ogilvy and Mather, Playboy, Publicis Groupe, Publishers Clearing House, Rodale Inc, Sony Pictures Entertainment, Thomson Learning, The Utah Education Network, Viacom, and Warner Bros. For further information please visit. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Saint Vincent set for firstkickoff in 45 years Aug 29, 2007
Saint Vincent will resume playing football after a 45-year hiatus when the Bearcats open the 2007 season against Gallaudet University at 1 p.m. Saturday at newly constructed Chuck Noll Field, located on the southwest corner of their campus in Latrobe. "Our preliminary schedule had Washington & Jefferson as our first game," Colbert said, laughing. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Spectators will find changes at Steelers training camp Jul 13, 2007
Saint Vincent will compete in the NCAA Division III Presidents' Athletic Conference and open its 2007 campaign Sept. 1 against Gallaudet University. Bearcats coach Bob Colbert, whose brother, Kevin, is the Steelers' director of football operations, said he doesn't envision Steelers camp posing any major problems for his team. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG East: St. Vincent coach starting football team from scratch Jul 12, 2007
" Saint Vincent is currently in the process of putting together Chuck Noll Stadium. The field is named after the former Steelers coach and is on one of the practice fields the Steelers have used at the school for training camp. Having the Steelers' summer home at Saint Vincent is another recruiting tool for Colbert. There will be a week in August when the Steelers will still be in camp there and the Bearcats will be starting drills. Saint Vincent's opening game is also unusual. The Bearcats will... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Weiner officially becomes provost Jul 2, 2007
Inside Gallaudet - Gallaudet University ... 2007 Gallaudet University800 Florida Avenue, NE, Washington, DC 20002. (Gallaudet University Inside Gallaudet)
University for deaf put on probation Jul 1, 2007
Gallaudet University's accreditation by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education had been delayed for months, but the school was formally put on probation Friday ... Gallaudet University students protested a president-elect In October 2006 they said lacked leadership skills. (USA Today)
Away to home Jun 29, 2007
Snavlin also believes that one of the school's strongest resources is the expansiveness of the deaf community in Maryland because of area schools with renowned deaf education programs, such as Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C. and McDaniel College in Westminster. "Seventy percent of our faculty staff are deaf people," Snavlin said. (Howard County Times, MD)
Pan American Games: Thrush to take game south Jun 27, 2007
Jeremy Thrush will leave for Gallaudet University, a school for the deaf in Washington, D.C., as soon as he returns from Valencia. Thrush will play for the Bison and major in physical education. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Life in the Middle: An open-mind leads to better mental health Jun 24, 2007
I entered the lobby of the conference center at Gallaudet University and felt like I had entered a twilight zone ... I grew up experiencing the diverse cultures of New York City, have traveled to China, studied the business etiquette of the Japanese, taught in the Middle East -- but at Gallaudet University I discovered that there are always more possibilities to learn and to experience something that I hadn't known before. (Pensacola News Journal)
Digital Revolution Ignores Closed Captioning Jun 18, 2007
As part of a class project at Gallaudet University, Ms. Farrell surveyed news sites and found that very few provided captions on their stories (CNN.com was an occasional exception). Among the major broadcasters, only NBC has made a public commitment to add captions. (TVweek.com)
Hand-waves and high-fives for Anderson Jun 16, 2007
When I later entered college, I had the chance to play basketball for Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C., and in two-and-a-half seasons I scored more than 1,000 points. I was eventually inducted into the Gallaudet University Athletic Hall of Fame. (NFL.com)
School for deaf, blind graduates 14 May 28, 2007
"We're just really close-knit," said Tearra Donovan, who was president of the senior class and plans to attend Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C. "Just like brothers and sisters.". About 700 people gathered in a gymnasium to watch the graduation of students from Billings, Cascade, East Helena, Great Falls, Hamilton, Laurel and Missoula. (Helena Independent Record)
Deaf Photog and Blind Editor Overcome the Odds Together May 16, 2007
He later attended Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C., and graduated in 1994, but was still unable to find a photo job. His luck changed in 1999 when a friend who freelanced for the Rutland (Vt. (MediaWeek.com)
EDITORIAL: American Sign Language May 2, 2007
At Gallaudet University, where many hard-of-hearing students choose to learn, students and faculty protested incoming president Jane Fernandes because she did not learn sign language until she was in her twenties. Protesters felt this rendered her unable to tackle the problems the Deaf Community faces, like discrimination, according to an Oct. 30, 2006 PBS article. (Boston University Daily Free Press, MA)
Four to be honored at Northwesterns Alumni Banquet Apr 24, 2007
In addition to his degree from Northwestern, Seeger-Newby earned a master s degree at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center and a doctorate from Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C.. Through the years, Seeger-Newby has served as executive director of the Oklahoma Disability Law Center, superintendent of Schools for Watts, chief of staff of the Oklahoma State Department of Education and assistant state superintendent. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Arkansas standout Anderson intent on making world listen Apr 23, 2007
" His father has long been a leader in the deaf community and was considered for the presidency of his alma mater, Gallaudet University, renowned as the academic and cultural center of the deaf world, in Washington, D.C. He did not take kindly to his son leaving academia early. "That was one of the hardest decisions we made," says Anderson's mother, Karen, who works for Arkansas' office of rehabilitation services for the deaf and hearing impaired. "It was back and forth for about two months ...... (USA Today -- Sports)
Poteet's perseverance helps overcome her deafness Apr 22, 2007
This rules out attending Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C., the nation's only liberal arts university for the deaf. Poteet is interested in Cal State Northridge, near Los Angeles, which had an extensive educational program that caters to the deaf as well as a women's fast-pitch softball team. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
A global platform for a troubled mind Apr 20, 2007
"It's almost as if he is making a play of his internal world. He is presenting this information to construct himself. He is desperately seeking some sort of connection," said Suzanne Goodney-Lea, who teaches a course on violence at Washington's Gallaudet University. With the release of the material, Cho at last became part of a community, albeit one linked by horrific violence and mental illness. (Guardian Unlimited -- World)
Educating Students—and Employers Apr 13, 2007
at Gallaudet University since 2003. A graduate of Gallaudet himself, with bachelor's and MBA degrees, Agboola has taught at the Washington (D.C.)-based undergraduate business program for 13 years. (BusinessWeek)
Friend: Anderson knows every day is Father's Day Apr 11, 2007
" The teacher still forced him to take the test orally. "Four years of high school, my only F," Glenn said. His trick, mostly, was to find classmates -- mostly girls -- who took copious lecture notes and were willing to share them with him. He was also an exquisite writer, and after graduation he ended up at Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C., the university for the deaf and hard of hearing. He played basketball there, scoring over 1,000 points in two seasons, and also competed in the long... (ESPN -- Football)
Md. Prospects Show Skills at Weber Tourney Apr 9, 2007
Terp Sports Report was at Gallaudet University Sunday to check out the several Maryland recruits in the playoffs of the three-day event. to read the rest of this story. (TerpTown.com)
St. Vincent names field after Noll Apr 5, 2007
The college's Bearcats will begin their first season Sept. 1 with a game against Gallaudet University of Maryland. In a prepared statement, Mr. Noll, who coached the Steelers for 23 years, said he is "deeply honored.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Scolding Congress: Apr 3, 2007
Weekly Standard, April 2The cover piece the surge of protests that paralyzed the deaf-oriented Gallaudet University last September and October, ending with the resignation of President Jane K. Fernandes. During the protests, activists shifted from accusing her of being "not deaf enough" (Fernandes was deaf from birth but learned American Sign Language at age 23) to denouncing her strictness. (Slate)
Thorpe to set guidelines for $25,000 grant Mar 29, 2007
University officials announced last week a two-year pilot program to fund "socially responsible initiatives." Thorpe, a senior, said officials wanted to show support for the SA executive's outreach efforts toward Gallaudet University students who were protesting the former President-designate Jane Fernandes in October. Thorpe used private funds to provide blankets, food, water and other necessities to protesters who were camping outdoors. (GW Hatchet, Washington DC)
'Deaf Eyes' endeavors to open ours Mar 21, 2007
From actress Marlee Matlin to former Gallaudet University president I. King Jordan to ordinary adults and kids, the deaf have their say here. Producer Larry Hott's supple editing weaves a rich tapestry of comedy routines, poignant confessions, ironic encounters, agonizing decisions. (Newsday -- Entertainment)
Full Story... Mar 11, 2007
Kathy Black, professor at Claremont School of Theology and a former chaplain at Gallaudet University for the deaf, said there are likely fewer deaf ministries now than in the past because many don't get the funding they need to survive. lot of the mainline Protestant churches are struggling financially, and when it comes to budget cuts, (deaf ministry) is often the first to go. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
'Theatre in the Sky' lands at CSUN Mar 9, 2007
Highlights of his lifework include study with Marcel Marceau, an honorary doctorate in Human Letters from Gallaudet University and numerous theatre and television appearances. Bragg is also the founder for the National Theatre of the Deaf and has recently been honored as the "Father of Deaf Theatre" by the International Center on Deafness and the Arts. (Los Angeles Daily News)
Tennessee church leads the way in ministering to deaf people Mar 2, 2007
Kathy Black, professor at Claremont School of Theology and a former chaplain at Gallaudet University for the deaf, said there are probably fewer deaf ministries now than in the past because many don't get the funding they need to survive. "A lot of the mainline Protestant churches are struggling financially, and when it comes to budget cuts, (deaf ministry) is often the first to go. It's expensive to pay an interpreter," she said. (North County Times)
Wayne McIntire, 95; helped establish CSUN as a model in the field of deaf education Mar 2, 2007
McIntire began his work in the 1960s, when most hearing impaired students interested in pursuing higher education had only Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C., as an option. The school, which was founded in 1864, offers deaf students an undergraduate education, but it did not begin offering graduate programs until the 1960s. (Los Angeles Times)
Educating Exley Feb 25, 2007
Exley had a glimpse of his potential three years ago when he went to Salt Lake City with Watson and some other hearing-impaired students to compete in the Brain Bowl for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, sponsored by Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C., Watson and his family say. "The last day he was having conversations and looking very comfortable," Baker-Watson says. (Mail Tribune, OR)
CAC WOMENUMW 79, SALISBURY 58 Feb 23, 2007
After registering no blocked shots in a first-round victory over Gallaudet University, the 6-foot-3 center from Virginia Beach had eight against the Sea Gulls to go along with 16 points and a game-high 10 rebounds. With less than six minutes remaining, Salisbury lost its top inside player when Meghan Klug crashed into Hickey on a drive to the basket, picking up her fifth foul. (Fredericksburg Free Lance-Star, VA)
Gallaudet could lose 'fragile' ... (Sarah Karush) Feb 22, 2007
Gallaudet University in Northeast was rocked by student demonstrations in the fall over the school's incoming president. The protests exposed deep divisions on campus and forced the university's board to revoke the appointment of former Provost Jane K. Fernandes as president. (Washington Times, DC)
Commission: Gallaudet at risk of losing accreditation Feb 22, 2007
Gallaudet University was rocked by student demonstrations last fall that shut down the university for several days and forced the board to revoke the appointment of a new president. Afterward, the Middle States Commission on Higher Education said it was delaying a decision on whether to renew the school's accreditation because of concerns raised during the protests and because of a 2005 federal report that rated Gallaudet "ineffective." The federal Office of Management of Budget this month gave... (CNN)
SA Candidate Profiles Feb 20, 2007
In October, Cooper chaired the SA relief effort for Gallaudet University students and met with members of the senate and executive to discuss an appropriate response to the Gallaudet student protest over their next University president. After heated debate, the SA executive decided not to use the group's money to support the students. (GW Hatchet, Washington DC)
Eagles fall to Catholic in finale Feb 18, 2007
UMW will host eighth-seeded Gallaudet University Tuesday at Goolrick Gymnasium at 7 p.m.. SWIMMING. (Fredericksburg Free Lance-Star, VA)
Hearing impaired brain games Feb 17, 2007
Gallaudet University, a Washington, D.C., liberal arts college dedicated to the deaf and hard of hearing, created the event in 1997 to give hearing impaired high school students a chance to compete ... Representatives from Gallaudet University visited Berkmar before agreeing to let the school serve as a host. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Gallaudet sees federal rating improve despite 2006 protests Feb 9, 2007
Despite student protests and a tumultuous change of leadership at Gallaudet University, the internationally known school for the deaf and hard-of-hearing recently received an improved rating of "adequate" performance from the Department of Education. The higher ranking has had a positive effect on the student body, according to Gallaudet spokesperson Mercy Coogan, who said students are "proud to be Gallaudet students.". (The Cavalier Daily, VA)
Gallaudet U. won't punish protesters Feb 9, 2007
WASHINGTON - Students arrested in weeks of protests at Gallaudet University won't be punished further, said the new head of the nation's leading campus for the deaf ... Gallaudet University. (Yahoo News -- Education)
No further discipline planned for Gallaudet protesters Feb 8, 2007
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Students arrested in weeks of protests at Gallaudet University won't be punished further, said the new head of the nation's leading campus for the deaf. "No student who was arrested will receive additional punishment in any way or form," interim president Robert Davila said in a video blog posted this week on the university's Web site. (CNN -- Education)
Pierce free throws lift UMW Feb 7, 2007
The Eagles (13-7, 7-5) will visit Gallaudet University tomorrow at 8 p.m. at 8 pm in another CAC game ... The Eagles will visit Gallaudet University tomorrow night at 6 p.m. in another CAC contest. (Fredericksburg Free Lance-Star, VA)
Bill would end anonymity of future sperm ... (Dena Potter) Jan 29, 2007
Miss Clark, now 18 and a Gallaudet University student, is trying to persuade lawmakers to support legislation banning anonymous sperm and egg donations, so others won't grow up with the same questions she had. "I just felt like something had been stripped away from me," she said. (Washington Times, DC)
Service Union Group Eyes 2008 Democratic Hopefuls Jan 27, 2007
The Service Employees International Union will shoehorn interviews with eight candidates into a two-day meeting of its 60-member international executive board at Gallaudet University. The meetings Friday and Saturday are closed to the public and the media. (Newsmax)
Hood men notch record-setting win Jan 26, 2007
By Staff Reports News-Post Staff WASHINGTON -- Senior Sean Robine and sophomore Ryan Junghans combined for 46 points in Hood's 77-63 comeback win over Gallaudet University on Thursday. The Blazers (15-3, 8-1 Capital Athletic Conference) set a school record fo most wins in the four-year-old program. (Frederick News-Post)
Report: Gallaudet students, security share blame Jan 18, 2007
WASHINGTON (AP) -- An independent investigation into an October confrontation between deaf students and campus police at Gallaudet University said the force had inadequate training. The report released Monday also said students share some of the blame for blocking officers from entering a university building, and that an officer's pushing of a student was excessive. (CNN -- Education)
Report covers deaf student confrontation Jan 17, 2007
Posted: Wednesday January 17th, 2007, 2:07 AM Last Updated: Wednesday January 17th, 2007, 5:30 AM WASHINGTON (AP) - An independent investigation into an October confrontation between deaf students and campus police at Gallaudet University said the force had inadequate training. The report released Monday also said students share some of the blame for blocking officers from entering a university building, and that an officer's pushing of a student was excessive. (Bakersfield Californian -- Nation)
