Competitive spirit drives woman to win 100 medals Sep 4, 2009
When she's not participating in sports, Blumerick spends her time as an American Sign Language instructor at Macomb Community College. She has a husband, Gary Blumerick, and three children and three grandchildren. (Shelby Twp Advisor & Source, MI)
ASL classes offered Aug 25, 2009
A six-week American Sign Language session will begin Thursday, Sept. 3, at the Cardinal Cushing School in Hanover. Two levels of instruction will be offered. (Hingham Journal, MA)
IRS launches YouTube, iTunes sites Aug 25, 2009
The videos are in English, Spanish, American Sign Language and other languages, according to the IRS.. Topics covered in the videos include the $8,000 first-time homebuyers credit for those who purchase a house this year, the sales tax deduction on new car purchases, and the expanded credits for education and energy conservation. (FCW.com)
A Language Without a Culture? Aug 23, 2009
A debate that has raged on -- sometimes silently -- for years within the ranks of Boston University is centered around some administrators who say American Sign Language does not fulfill some foreign language requirements because it lacks a distinct culture. For most students registering to fulfill their foreign language requirement, an ASL course is just another option on a long list. (Boston University Daily Free Press, MA)
Somerville chosen by CDC as site for swine flu strategy session Aug 21, 2009
Interpretation will be available in Spanish, Portuguese, Haitian Creole and American Sign Language for those requesting that service. Registration is also available online in English and Spanish via www. (Somerville Journal, MA)
Revised flood insurance rate maps to be discussed at open houses Aug 20, 2009
Anyone who needs an American Sign Language interpreter, materials in an alternate format or an auxiliary aid should call Antonio at least five days prior to the event. Related headlines. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Cochlear implants are helping more youngsters hear Aug 16, 2009
Before implants, deaf children learned American Sign Language or lip reading. Most fared well, although many could not speak. (Boston Globe)
Somerville chosen as site for national H1N1 vaccination strategy session Aug 8, 2009
Interpretation will be available in Spanish, Portuguese, Haitian Creole, and American Sign Language for those requesting that service A series of ten sessions will be held around the country before Labor Day, all designed to help state and local health organizations develop a voluntary fall vaccination program for the H1N1 flu virus. Public discussion at strategy sessions will focus on the following questions: Should the CDC create a mass vaccination program against H1N1. (Somerville Journal, MA)
• Filer library has new materials Aug 7, 2009
"Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer, "Masquerade Blue Bloods" by Melissa DeLa Cruz, My Sisters Keeper", by Jodi Picoult, "Finger Lickin' Fifteen" by Janet Evanovich, "Guardian of Lies" Steve Martini, "Killer Summer" by Ridley Pearson, "Black Hills" by Nora Roberts, "The Pagan Sign Stone of Seven" by Nora Roberts, "Swimsuit" by James Patterson, "Just Breathe" by Susan Wiggs, "Fearless" by Diana Palmer, "White" by Ted Dekker, "Red" by Ted Dekker, "Right Next Door" by Debbie Macomber "Sign Language Made... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
First Public and Charter School Partnership Gives Deaf Students a New West Valley School Option Jul 20, 2009
At SSDHH all teachers instruct classes using both English and American Sign Language (ASL), which enhances the learning process. Sharing a campus with a hearing school is also an integral part of the educational philosophy of SSDHH. According to Dr. Ramos, deaf students also take some classes with their hearing peers to enable students to be more comfortable and knowledgeable about both the hearing and deaf cultures. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Signing Shakespeare: GRSF offers signed performances Jul 18, 2009
For five seasons, Brandy Wentzler has interpreted Great River Shakespeare Festival performances using American Sign Language. Brandy Wentzler, 34, interprets line rehearsing for Great River Shakespeare Festivals production of the Tempest using American Sign Language. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Needham Community Ed. helps kids explore interests from knitting to sign language Jul 14, 2009
Last week, the Needham visited three classes held at the Broadmeadow School: Knitting, Game R Us and American Sign Language ... American Sign Language. (Needham Tab, MA)
A Perfect 10 Jul 14, 2009
She was a member of the winter track team at Syosset and was also a member of the National Honor, Latin, Italian and American Sign Language Societies. Siegel participated in the Athletic Leadership Council and was honored by Syosset for her academic achievement in AP Biology. (Goleopards.com)
Viewpoint: North Shore Arc provides for deaf community Jul 11, 2009
Did you know that American Sign Language is the third most popular language in the US. We know this all too well at the North Shore Arc. (Danvers Herald, MA)
COLUMN: North Shore Arc proud of its Deaf Services program Jul 10, 2009
Did you know that American Sign Language (ASL) is the third most popular language in the U.S.. We know this all too well at the North Shore Arc. (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
Tips in Caring for Aging Parents an... Jul 8, 2009
Hand motions, American Sign Language, or adding a few dance steps can add a challenging twist while encouraging increased range of motion and cardiovascular health. Memory Games. (Suite101.com)
Youth Focus--Jill Jahns Jul 7, 2009
American Sign Language should be a foreign language course option. 4. (Brenham Banner, TX)
DEL MAR: Fair Facts for Saturday, July 4 Jul 4, 2009
-- noon ---- American Sign Language performing artist, Infield Stage. -- 2 p.m. ---- Hannah Montana Look-A-Like Contest, Kids' Best. (North County Times)
Fulton's two colleges provide rich cultural heritage to city Jun 30, 2009
William Woods also offers a bachelor's degree in American Sign Language and interpreting. Students work with deaf students at the Missouri School for the Deaf in Fulton, which is located only two miles from the William Woods campus. (Fulton Sun, MO)
First person with Father Shawn Carey Jun 26, 2009
When I use American Sign Language in my homilies, the interpreter sits in the front pew and translates my signings to spoken English for the assembly. I always meet with the interpreter to review the context of my homily before Mass starts so that the interpreter has an idea of what my homily will be about. (Hopkinton Town Crier, MA)
Baseball clinic for deaf, disabled children run by 13-year-old Boxford resident Jun 25, 2009
The end result of that friendship has not only been Cancano s exposure to baseball and travel, thanks to attending a baseball clinic for deaf children in St. Louis last year, but also the second annual ASL (American Sign Language) Baseball Clinic, held at Strike One in Danvers. Held over three Saturdays from June 6-20 for children ages 8-12, the 2009 clinic was organized and run by the now 13-year-old D Ambrosio, a Shore Country Day School student and AAU baseball player with the Hornets... (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
UNF opens Education building Jun 25, 2009
It features specially-designed rooms for teaching methods classrooms and a model technology classroom for preparing educators to work with technology in schools, as well as an American Sign Language lab and a large multi-purpose classroom. President John Delaney will make opening remarks at 4 p.m. during an open house from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Delta's student government gives help for disabled student programs (5) Jun 25, 2009
The DSPS money will be spent on services including helping students who have mobility challenges, or those who need note takers or American Sign Language interpreters, as well as provide counseling and other services. The money given to the EOPS will help underprivileged students, including those who are non-native English speakers, first-generation college students or who did not graduate from high school or get a General Education diploma. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Landfill expansion proposal advances Jun 23, 2009
For more information or to request an American Sign Language interpreter, materials in an alternate format or auxiliary aid assistance, call 241-4839 at least five business days in advance. Coco Zickos, business and environmental writer, can be reached at 245-3681 (ext. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Workshops for seniors, caregivers Jun 21, 2009
If an American Sign Language interpreter, materials in an alternate format or auxiliary aid assistance is needed, please call the Agency on Elderly Affairs at least five business days prior to the start of the workshops. Article Rating. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Words cant describe a fathers love Jun 21, 2009
He found an American Sign Language class in Gillette that met once a week for a nine-week period starting in February. He quickly learned the new language. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Rehab in Hamilton - Center opens at Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital Jun 16, 2009
Abby Jessop, left and communicating through an American Sign Language interpreter in the front row, takes in the words of her mother, Robin Warner ... Jessop, who communicates with American Sign Language, told the crowd that the physical therapists at Marcus Daly have helped her immeasurably in overcoming the disability she was born with. (Missoulian, MT)
• Happy Hands group coming to Rupert Jun 5, 2009
Happy Hands performances consist of American Sign Language combined with choreography set to music. "It's indescribable," coordinator Dan Robertson said in a press release. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Careers for Sign Language Interpret... Jun 5, 2009
A shortage of qualified interpreters has left a wide open field of opportunity for the certified American Sign Language interpreter. For the certified interpreter there are several career paths to choose from. (Suite101.com)
iPhone applications can help the autistic May 28, 2009
It is not known how many specialized apps are out there, but Apple touts a handful on iTunes, among them ones that help users do American Sign Language and others like Proloquo2Go, which helps JW speak. The app also aids children and adults with Down syndrome, cerebral palsy and Lou Gehrig's Disease, or ALS even stroke patients who have lost the ability to speak, says its co-developer, Penn State doctoral student Samuel Sennott. (USA Today)
Take your baby to brunch May 27, 2009
In WeeHands baby sign language classes, families are taught by a qualified instructor to use American Sign Language signs, songs and language development strategies with babies and toddlers. Sara Cabot, founder of , will attend to speak with families about feeding infants and also provide samples of her organic baby food, which is available at Whole Foods Market. (Concord Journal, MA)
Global Video Mashup for International Day Against Homophobia & Transphobia 2009 Hits the Internet May 18, 2009
Participants submitted videos in all of the world's key languages, including Afrikaans, Arabic, Cantonese, English, French, German, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Malay, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Tamil and even American Sign Language. In addition to the groundswell of support from local communities from around the globe, renowned celebrities, activists, politicians and web personalities have also participated in the project. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Klingon, Esperanto and Other Invented Languages May 18, 2009
Arika Okrent is fluent in English, Hungarian, American sign language and. Klingon. (Time.com)
Elliot freshman jumping out to winning beginning May 12, 2009
"Favorite subject: "I like doing ASL (American Sign Language) for my language class and I like my Bible class and math," Lui said.Food you won't eat: Mushrooms.Would like to meet: "I think it would be really cool to meet Jesus," Lui said.Favorite Internet site: "I don't really use the Internet that much," she said.Crowning achievement: "I am really proud that I keep my grades up and play sports," she said.Favorite music: "I like Christian music," she said. "I like listening to the "Newsboys" and... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Brother-Sister Team Wins "Amazing Race" May 12, 2009
And didn't Margie and Luke speak American Sign Language. Or did they really speak a "shorthand sign language" that they created. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Wendy Panor Named 2009 Statewide Winner of Comcast Parent Involvement Matters Award May 10, 2009
Over the course of 5 years, Brian Barron has been volunteering at Myersville Elementary School, teaching American Sign Language (ASL) and discussing the deaf community and culture with students as early as kindergarten. He currently reaches 17 classes for more than 350 students. (PR Newswire)
Danny Henley: A great mom should never be dismissed May 5, 2009
- She has served as an uncompensated instructor in a number of areas: Elementary and middle school art; American sign language; quilting and sewing for elementary through adult-aged students; cooking; and athletic coach. - Nancy is a volunteer librarian and church youth leader, and has contributed her time to a variety of community enhancement projects. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Area students honored for community service May 3, 2009
"There's a lot of racism still in this world, and people still put labels on me because I'm deaf," said McDonough in American Sign Language, which was spoken aloud by an interpreter. She has worked against stereotypes: She founded her school's gay-lesbian alliance, plus organized student workshops on cyber-bullying and other issues. (Framingham TAB, MA)
University forgoes traditional handshakes at Commencement ceremony May 3, 2009
Caity Cross-Hansen, who graduated yesterday with a degree in American Sign Language, shared Plack s view, calling the university s move funny. So did graduate Gustavo Provodino, who received degrees in finance and marketing. (Northeastern News, MA)
Resource Center for Independent Living celebrates 25th May 1, 2009
The agency also sponsors the annual Wonderland of Lights event each December, and partnered with MVCC several years ago to create a two-year degree in American sign language. Every year, we're evolving, Sorrento said. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Babies can benefit from sign language workshop Apr 17, 2009
Research shows babies and toddlers who learn some basic American Sign Language vocabulary talk sooner, have larger vocabularies, show more interest in books, engage in more sophisticated play, experience less frustration and crying, have fewer tantrums, and develop a closer bond with their parents and siblings than non-signing children. The program will be repeated July 21 and Oct. 17. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Deaf react to images of violent police stop Apr 10, 2009
Brownalenor offered another solution: Teach officers American Sign Language to enable them to use hand signals to communicate with hearing-impaired offenders. Follow KHOU on Twitter. (KHOU.com, TX)
Announcing Marlborough's student standouts Apr 10, 2009
The following Marlborough students were named to the dean s list for the fall 2008 semester at Northeastern University, Boston: Kristina L. Reilly, nursing; Sophia C. Neuhaus, nursing; Rajay Patel, pharmacy; Ashley Clarke, physical therapy; Ysis Moreira, psychology; Amanda L. Dupuis, American sign language; Andrew D. Homer, civil engineering; Anthony M. Thebado, criminal justice; Sarah E. Shaw, liberal arts, non-science; Gregory S. Dass, liberal arts, non-science; Patrick M. Dunn, management;... (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
Circus classes for sight, hearing impaired Apr 9, 2009
You tend to get in your own world up there," Cameron said, as a young man glided back and forth, unaware that he was supposed to be falling onto the net. Not everyone began the activity on a good note. Tiara Duckworth, 15, of San Francisco, burst into tears on her way up the ladder and went to the seating area on the mezzanine level. Eventually, though, she made her way back down to try again. "I was so nervous at first," she said, speaking through an American Sign Language translator, "But I... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Alumni award seniors Apr 9, 2009
Julie Miller, a human sciences and American Sign Language major, received the Wendy Breen Kline award. I didn t know I was nominated, Gillis said. (Northeastern News, MA)
Click here to read more. Apr 8, 2009
So are Spanish speakers, American Sign Language interpreters and anyone willing to spend time tutoring children, assisting the terminally ill or keeping the Rappahannock River clean. None of the jobs comes with a paycheck. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Former 'Sesame Street' actress Linda Bove to visit Framingham's Learning Center for the Deaf Apr 7, 2009
"I know Linda is coming. She's famous. She's deaf. I was really interested in her when I watched her when I was little," she said in American Sign Language, as translated by Meghan Rezac. "Linda was an inspiration. She made things easier to learn. She made me feel I was almost in Sesame Street.". (Framingham TAB, MA)
Muscatine native Kevin Chick is putting his acting and teaching skills to use in another part of that world stage (7) Apr 1, 2009
I had a minor in American sign language when I was at Iowa, so languages have always been a part of my thinking. After the year of traveling with the theater company, Kevin looked for other ways to make a living as an actor. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Casper briefs Mar 29, 2009
Patterson invented the American Sign Language Translator Glove at age 18. He currently works for Lockheed Martin in Denver. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Visual Learners Convert Words To Pictures In The Brain And Vice Versa, Says Psychology Study Mar 29, 2009
3, 2002) Neuroscientists examining the brain activity of people who learned to speak American Sign Language (ASL) at different times in their lives have found the first evidence that there is a critical. . (Science Daily)
Legendary Prep Basketball Coach Morgan Wootten Announces McDonald's All American(R) Players of the Year Mar 28, 2009
"Bone is considered one of the most well-rounded student athletes on the 2009 McDonald's All American Team. In addition to her basketball achievements, which include winning the gold medal in 2008 as a member of the under-18 USA Basketball Team, Bone is also committed to excellence off the court. Her school-related activities include theatre arts and serving as a fifth grade mentor at a nearby elementary school. Bone is fluent in American Sign Language and also writes a basketball blog for the... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
• Funny hands Mar 27, 2009
Wann, an American Sign Language performer, is appearing at College of SouthernIdaho on April 6. His show, "Watching Two Worlds Collide," gives his perspective on both deaf and hearing cultures. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Robin Wood, 64; taught theater at Cambridge School of Weston Mar 26, 2009
In addition to the Pocket Players and the American Sign Language program, Mrs. Wood inspired other programs at the school. One was the Children's Garden, a day-care program for preschoolers she and another teacher started when their own children were that age. (Boston Globe)
Sign Language Can Cause Repetitive ... Mar 24, 2009
Sign Language Can Cause Repetitive Motion Injury: Preventing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome When Using American Sign Language ... Preventing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome When Using American Sign Language. (Suite101.com)
• Community news Mar 24, 2009
American Sign Language for beginners will meet from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays March 31 to May 5 at the North Side Center. The fee for this six-session course is 50. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Signs of Faith Mar 21, 2009
Just a short distance away, Arlene Atwood-Noteman uses her hands and expressive face to interpret his message for deaf parishioners, conveying his words fluently through American Sign Language. The service is "so alive and well and very exciting," Patrick Dye, 50, of Yuba City signed later. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
Music in motion: UM students receive lesson in sign language from Expressions of Silence Mar 20, 2009
Formed 14 years ago, Expressions of Silence has gained national acclaim for its diverse performances of popular songs using American Sign Language ... After performing a spirited rendition of the Sandi Patty song Love in Any Language in American Sign Language, the choir, which is based in Great Falls, helped teach the UM students to sign the chorus of the song. (Missoulian, MT)
Sign language may ease toddler communication frustrations Mar 19, 2009
Ann Krance, of Barron, is a trained American Sign Language interpreter and has facilitated an area sign-language play group and taught a course at WITC-Rice Lake in infant/toddler signing. For her, the biggest benefit to signing with young children is that reduction of frustration when parents do not know what their children want. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Man accused of serial rape gets May trial date Mar 14, 2009
His mother flashed him American Sign Language for "I love you" - thumb, index finger and pinkie extended from her seat in the gallery. Whisler flashed the same message back. (Anchorage Daily News)
Free phones help hearing-, speech-impaired Mar 10, 2009
At the monthly Adult Loss of Hearing Association meeting, Outreach Coordinator for Arizona Relay Service Lisa Furr, who is deaf, explained through American Sign Language interpreter Amy Drewek how telephone devices work depending on need. The audience had dual understanding of Furr s communication through Drewek, whose voice the audience heard, and by reading immediate on-screen captioning. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Language Learning in Bonobos and Ch... Mar 1, 2009
She was taught American Sign Language by being shown an object after which the trainer would mold her hands into the appropriate formation. No one was permitted to speak in her presence, only signing was allowed. (Suite101.com)
A Show of Hands: USM group uses sign language to educate, entertain Mar 1, 2009
The artists are members of A Show of Hands, a club at the University of Southern Mississippi in which students interpret the words of well-known, recorded music through the use of American Sign Language ... " Buisson first changed it to the Southern Sign Troupe. Members said it sounded like a military band. During a brainstorming session, Buisson tossed out A Show of Hands. "Everybody seemed to like that," he says. He preaches the value of learning American Sign Language to any student who will... (The Clarion-Ledger)
WWU students protest planned cuts in state scholarships Feb 28, 2009
We are the only institution in Missouri, McCarthy said, that offers a four-year program for American Sign Language Interpreters. We are the only school to offer a degree in Juvenile Justice and one of the few to provide an Equestrian Science program. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Westminster, WWU oppose Nixon's plan to cut scholarships Feb 17, 2009
William Woods, for example, is the only institution in Missouri that offers a four-year program for American Sign Language Interpreters and a four-year program in Equestrian Science, McCarthy said. During the last 10 years, William Woods has not raised tuition more than 4 percent a year. (Fulton Sun, MO)
The Amazing Race Season 14 Cast Bio... Feb 16, 2009
Margaret and Luke - This mother/son team from Denver, Colorado communicates to one another in American Sign Language and feels they have an advantage being able to strategize without being over heard by their competitors. College graduate Luke, 22, hopes to be a role model for deaf people everywhere while his mother Margie, 50, is their link to the hearing world. (Suite101.com)
