Sac State Deaf Studies

🚨 NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS! 🚨

Join the Fall 2026 – Spring 2028 Cohort of the American River College ASL-English Interpreting Program!

Are you passionate about American Sign Language, language access, and community equity? ARC’s ASL-English Interpreting Program provides a rigorous, integrated course of study designed to prepare students for entry-level careers as ASL-English interpreters.

✨ Develop advanced ASL skills
✨ Build interpreting and professional competencies
✨ Learn through a social justice and community-centered lens
✨ Graduate career-ready

📅 Priority consideration deadline: April 3, 2026
🔗 Application details & prerequisites: https://bit.ly/3lyWpfJ

ID: A promotional flyer for the American Sign Language (ASL)–English Interpreting Program at American River College. At the top is a photo of two people seated in a classroom or lab setting. On the left, a light-skinned man with short brown hair and trimmed facial hair wears a gray blazer over a dark shirt. He is turned toward the student and signing with one hand raised. On the right, a woman with medium-brown skin and long dark hair pulled back into a high ponytail wears a tan knit sweater and jeans. She is smiling and signing with both hands. Behind them, a computer monitor displays a person signing on screen, and additional monitors sit on the desk. Framed Deaf culture artwork hangs on the wall above them..

Below the image, large text reads: “American Sign Language (ASL)–English Interpreting Program – Now Accepting Applications.” A bold heading states: “Join the Fall 2026–Spring 2028 Cohort!”

The flyer explains that ARC’s ASL-English Interpreting Program is accepting applications and provides a link for program prerequisites and application instructions. It notes that priority consideration will be given to applications received by April 3, 2026.

A second photo near the bottom shows a group of diverse students standing together and smiling in front of a brick wall.

At the bottom of the flyer is the American River College logo and the ASL-English Interpreting Program name. Contact information is provided for Erica West Oyedele, Program Coordinator, with an email address for inquiries.

AMAZING opportunity for Deaf folks wanting to teach ASL in higher ed. Please share.

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Today, the College of Education, Sacramento State generously provided space and sponsorship for a powerful gathering of local and regional Teachers of the Deaf!

It was a meaningful and productive meeting where educators came together to voice concerns, exchange ideas, and share valuable resources to support our Deaf students.

A special shoutout to our incredible faculty member, Kovina Miller, for sparking the momentum and helping make this happen!

IT’S OFFICIAL! 🎉 Sac State’s Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing (DHH) Teaching Credential Program has been unanimously approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC)!

🐝 First cohort begins June 3, 2025!
🎆 We’re officially launching this summer—let the journey begin!

This program would not have been possible without the unwavering support of the Deaf community, dedicated educators in the field, our faculty and staff, and our future teachers and advocates who believe in the power of high-quality education that honors Deaf culture and language.

Thank you for believing in this vision—let’s get started. 💛💚

Alt text: An image featuring a background of a graduating student shaking hands with President Wood, tinted with a green overlay. The official Sac State golden logo is centered at the top. White text announces: “It’s official! Sac State’s Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing (DHH) Teaching Credential has been approved by the CTC.” Golden text at the bottom reads: “First cohort begins June 3, 2025!”

Today marked a huge milestone for Sac State — our DHH Teaching Credential Program team held its very first official meeting!

We were honored to welcome new faculty visiting all the way from California School for the Deaf - Fremont !

We can’t wait to introduce the rest of our incredible team to you soon!

Had such a lovely time at the Sokiku Nakatani Tea Room & Garden — thank you so much for your hospitality and for sharing such a peaceful, beautiful space with us! ☕️

Alt text: Image 1 contains a group photo of the audience, interpreters & the Sokiku Nakatani Team Room presenters.

Alt Text: Image 2 contain Professor Bennett enjoying a wonderful cup of Matcha tea. In the background is the presenter that handed Professor Bennett the tea.

Alt text: Image 3 contains an audience watching the Deaf Interpreter (DI) in the traditional Japanese tea room.

Today, four of our Deaf Studies faculty were honored with the Outstanding Wisdom and Leadership (OWL) Award from the Peer and Academic Resource Center (PARC)!

This award is extra special because it comes directly from students—recognizing faculty who have supported, encouraged, and uplifted them on their academic journeys.

We’re incredibly grateful for our strong partnership with PARC, which continues to provide our program with amazing ASL tutors and supplemental instruction leaders.

Thank you, PARC, for the ongoing support and this meaningful recognition!

Celebrating our amazing students from Deaf Studies — your hard work and dedication deserves the spotlight! Stay tuned for more details coming soon.

Hoisting the sail for adventure, It’s ASL Game Hour! We hope to see you there!

Experiencing the art of the Japanese tea ceremony — Come join! To sign up, please use the link to the Google form!

https://forms.gle/8MCiFX7KCJbT6JyA7

Huge success at our Career Day Fair!

Hosted by the Sac State’s ASL Lab team, this event brought together Deaf Studies majors and minors, Deaf students, and community members with local vendors and organizations to explore job opportunities and build connections.

Big thanks to everyone who showed up, supported, and made the event so meaningful—and an extra round of handwaving to our amazing ASL Lab team and student volunteers for making it all happen!

Ready to put your skills to the test? Join us for an epic showdown of classifiers at ASL Game Hour! 🖐️👾 Whether you’re experienced or just starting out, it’s the perfect time to level up your signing game and have fun! Tag a friend who’s ready for the challenge! ✌️👋