Columbia College Chicago ASL Department

ASL Institute is BACK!! Here is your chance to learn the third most popular language to learn in the US. Our program offers you the opportunity to learn ASL from a Deaf native signing instructor at Columbia. In the upcoming term, we will offer a beginner class, and later, we will offer beginner and intermediate classes. After these two in-person courses, you will have knowledge, skills, and confidence that will allow you to continue to thrive independently as a new signer. Don't miss out. Register your seat today!

1. Take a screenshot of the QR code.
2. Open the photo in your photo album.
3. Press and hold on the QR code, and a link will show up.
4. Click on the link to register.

Questions? Email [email protected]

This is a friendly reminder: On July 8th, we will gather to bid farewell to our esteemed soon-to-be former Chair of the ASL Department, Peter Cook. Join us in celebrating his contributions and wishing him well.

We just completed an exciting 2-day ‘Deaf-Hearing Team Interpreter’ training, featuring interactive workshops and inspiring discussions. Participants left empowered, ready to elevate their interpreting skills and collaboration efforts within the interpreting field and Deaf community—many thanks to those who contributed and participated in this training. 🤟

You are INVITED!! Join us to celebrate, reminisce, and wish all the best after his incredible 25 years of dedication to the ASL Department at .

To RSVP, make a payment of $7 to either Angela or Meghan. Be sure to add your email in the memo/note, so they can provide you with the event address.

See you all there! 🤟☺️

Today, Chair Peter Cook () announced he is moving on to a new venture away from . As Peter mentioned in his resignation email/video, this is bittersweet—we are sad to see him go but excited for him.

Peter, we sincerely thank you for your exceptional leadership and dedication over the past 25 years. Your ASL-filled vision and commitment have profoundly shaped our department, fostering an environment of excellence and innovation. As you embark on your future ventures, we wish you nothing but the best. May your next chapter be as remarkable and fulfilling as your tenure with us. Rest assured, we will continue to build on your legacy and strive to uphold the high standards you set. All of us will miss you at . 💛

To our current students, monitor your Columbia email this summer for upcoming emails from us relating to the ASL Department’s future at Columbia College Chicago 🤓👍

As the school year winds down, we’re getting busy preparing to offer you exciting opportunities to engage with ASL signers of all levels this coming fall. We are once again hosting the ASL Students Conference. Mark your calendars for November 2024 and get ready to embark on an exciting journey. High schoolers, college students, and lifelong learners, join us for an eye-opening experience you won’t want to miss!

Congratulations, Class of 2024! Your hard work and dedication have paid off, and now it’s time to embark on a new journey filled with endless possibilities. Best wishes for a bright and successful future ahead! 🤟🤓

Another proud moment in the book! The ASL Dept was part of a cross-college collaboration to organize the college’s annual fashion show during . Our contribution made this picture-in-picture possible. It’s wicked cool to see this happening at .

Many thanks to our , Diana Gorman Jamrozik, and for bringing ’s vision to life. And a big shoutout to our students who volunteered, helping to enhance the college’s accessibility and inclusion.

Happy Monday! Just a friendly reminder about the last ASL Adventure, this Friday, April 12th at 1pm. See you there!

Great opportunity!

Huge thanks and congratulations to an incredible team. Hours of preparation and rehearsals to interpret Toni Morrison’s, "The Bluest Eye"

Our brilliant gave a talk to the community and over 50 viewers from out of state about his current noble pursuit: making Shakespeare’s canon and sonnets accessible to the Deaf audience. We are excited to see this project continue to flourish.

Students signed 'Deaf Interpreter'

Thank you, Hershella Ashford for coming by!!

Columbia students interpreted for 'The Nether' play tonight

Hearing interpretering students learn to work with Deaf interpreting team!

Getting prepared to provide ASL access at the Lincoln Park Zoo this summer!

Columbia Alum Chat tonight!

We are pleased to announce that Crom Saunders will give a presentation about his project during his sabbatical, 'Making Shakespeare Accessible in ASL.' Come join at this fascinating event!

The next ASL Adventure!

The ASL department wants to hear your questions/comments/creative ideas.

Many thanks to Xuejia Zacsko for sharing the adventure with us!!!

Happy Thursday! Come join us for our first ASL Adventure of the semester, next Friday, February 16th! 😃

Guess what? Angela Malcomson will coordinate a ski event on Friday, February 9th. Come join us!