Secondary Education: Gallaudet University

Clubs and Organizations Unique to DHH Students

*Gallaudet University has many clubs and organizations available to students, however, there are few that are exclusive to DHH students. Rainbow Society Phi Kappa Zeta Sorority Kappa Gamma Fraternity Kappa Sigma Fraternity

Gallaudet

1,077 undergraduates 484 graduate students 50% of staff are DOHH

Deaf President Now

According the the Gallaudet University website, "In 1988, Gallaudet University was the site of a student-led protest known as Deaf President Now (DPN). Gallaudet students, faculty and staff came together with the national deaf community to express the clear and defined goals of electing a deaf person to run the world's only university for deaf and hard of hearing students."

First Year DOHH Application Process

Application Requirements: no GPA requirement -ACT, SAT, and bottom point are universal for deaf and hearing students Online application ($50) Essay Letter of recommendation High school transcript ACT score -Minimum score: 16 SAT score -Minimum score: 800 Audiogram FAFSA Decision made in two weeks 62 out of 100 students are accepted

Hearing Undergraduate Application (HUG)

Application requirements: Part One Online application ($50) Essay AND Video essay (ASL) Letter of recommendation High School Transcript ACT or SAT scores Part Two Interview and language screening Decision within four to six weeks

Bachelor of Arts in Interpretation (BAI) Application

Application requirements: Part One Online application ($50) Essay AND Video essay (ASL) Letter of recommendation High School transcript (GPA 2.75) ACT or SAT scores Part Two BAI Language Performance Evaluation American Sign Language Proficiency Interview (score of 3 or higher) Cannot change major unless you reapply, but for the HUG program.

Curriculum

40 credits in General Studies Students have the option to double major or add a minor to their primary field of study. All courses emphasize bilingual teaching and learning strategies. All courses focus on skill development in critical thinking, language, and communication.

Available Programs

40 majors -"Self directed majors", Accounting, Theatre, Social Work, Deaf Studies, etc. Graduate programs -Audiology, SLP, Interpretation, Deaf Education, etc. Certificate Programs Interpretation Program All programs are available for DOHH and Hearing students

History of Gallaudet University

In 1856, Amos Kendall, donated 2 acres of his land in Washington, D.C. for a school & housing Housed 12 deaf and 6 blind students in 1st year Kendall asked congress to incorporate the school for the Instruction of the Deaf and Dumb and Blind Was originally named the Columbia Institution

Kappa Sigma Fraternity

Mission - to enhance the educational mission of Gallaudet University and promote the ideals of Brotherhood, personal growth, and service to others (GU Kappa Sigma, n.d.). Mu-Iota Chapter (1983) Unique to solely Gallaudet University -the only chapter of this fraternity that only serves Deaf students.

Phi Kappa Zeta Sorority

Mission Statement - Committed to supporting Deaf women from all walks of life to thrive in a global society through advocacy, sisterhood, and literary appreciation (Phi Kappa Zeta, 2015). "Herstory" O.W.L.S. (1892) Women exclusion OWLS was a secret women's society at the university which eventually changed their name to Phi Kappa Zeta. When women were first allowed on campus in 1887, they were faced with discrimination because of their gender. There were no other clubs or organizations available to them unless they were invited by their male counterparts.

Kappa Gamma Fraternity

Mission Statement - promote excellence in being a whole man intellectually, physically, socially, spiritually, and pursue brotherhood through scholarship, leadership, fellowship, and character (Kappa Gamma Fraternity, 2018). Longest standing Deaf fraternity -however, this organization is only available to students who attend Gallaudet University. There are no other chapters at other universities.

Learning objectives:

Be able to explain what Gallaudet University is. Understand the eligibility requirements for Gallaudet University. Know the importance of the Deaf President Now movement. Be familiar with various organizations and programs available to DHH students at Gallaudet University.

History continued

Edward Miner Gallaudet, the son of Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet (founder of first deaf school) became the superintendent. Congress authorized the institution which allowed them to give college degrees in 1864, President Abraham Lincoln signed the bill into law. Gallaudet was made president of the institution The name of the college was changed to Gallaudet College in honor of Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet

Accommodations

Extended Test-Taking Time (most common) Testing in a Distraction-Reduced Environment Note Takers Recording Readers and Scribes Alternative Testing Methods Alternative Testing Materials Assistive Technology Physical Access, Mobility Training and Orientation Priority Registration

Rainbow Society

Organization created for Deaf students at Gallaudet University who also belong to the LGBTQA community. Provides resources to students to help foster an inclusive environment at the university Hosts events specific to the LGBTQA culture

First Year Hearing Application Process

Select few 8 % Bilingual -ASL and English Two programs to choice from -Hearing Undergraduate (HUG) Application -Bachelor of Arts in Interpretation (BAI) Application

Other Application Requirements

Transfer Student Same requirements College transcript Must have 12 hours of Math and English -C or higher OR 30 hours of college credit International Student: 8 % International admissions counselor Complete an online application

What is Gallaudet?

Website states, "Gallaudet University is the premier institution of learning, teaching and research for deaf and hard-of-hearing students" (Gallaudet University). Liberal arts university Located in Washington, D.C. Education at every level including: graduate degrees and also includes "programs for deaf and hard-of-hearing students in high school, elementary school and infancy." Students learn both in ASL and English