2017-2018 Undergraduate Viewbook (Gallaudet University)

THERE IS NO OTHER PLACE LIKE THIS IN THE WORLD.

GALLA UDET UNIVERSITY WA S H I N G T O N , D. C .

THE GALLAUDET ADVANTAGE

CONNECT. DISCOVER. INFLUENCE.

A comprehensive university designed for deaf and hard of hearing individuals, in a global capital. Tere is simply no other place like this in the world.

CONNECT with excellent professors and motivated students.

DISCOVER innovative academics and a vibrant, bilingual community.

INFLUENCE ideas, conversations— and your future.

CONNECT. DISCOVER. INFLUENCE.

For more than 150 years, Gallaudet University has led advances in education of deaf and hard of hearing students and deaf rights worldwide.

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More than 97 percent of recent Gallaudet graduates are employed or in graduate school.

Join alumni who work at the Smithsonian, Lockheed Martin, the National Institutes of Health, WorldTeach International, Wells Fargo, the CIA, the Peace Corps, Starbucks corporate headquarters and more. Of course, great jobs only tell part of the story.

Maybe you want to travel. Invent something. Run for political ofce. Start your own company. Make a diference in the lives of children.

Then you’ve found the right university. Gallaudet students, alumni and faculty are infuencing attitudes, education, culture, technology and opportunities nationally and throughout the world.

So can you!

“My best memory of Gallaudet will always be the time I competed in the Google Games and my team won frst place! It was a great experience to be able to apply my coding and programming skills to demonstrate that deaf students are capable of great things.”

Timothy Yu, ’15 Fremont, California B.S., Information Technology and Mathematics

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A Degree for Tomorrow

Professors Who Know You

In every major at Gallaudet, you will explore a variety of subjects, get involved with the community and explore global issues. And our Career Center will help you fnd internships to apply your knowledge.

Our classes are small, and our professors are dedicated to teaching, mentoring and involving undergraduate students in their research. You will gain a professional network as well as friendships that will last far beyond your time at Gallaudet.

80 Percent of Employers Agree The majority of U.S. employers agree that “all students should acquire broad knowledge in the arts and sciences” (Association of American Colleges and Universities).

A Gallaudet education prepares in-demand professionals with excellent problem-solving and communication skills to compete efectively in the workplace.

MORE THAN 75 BACHELOR’S, MASTER’S AND DOCTORAL DEGREE PROGRAMS

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Connect with world-class professors and the resources of an international capital.

Push your mind to the limit. Work on projects and internships, here in Washington, D.C., across the nation or abroad. Explore every feld you can think of—and some you may not yet know about.

Prepare to infuence your future and the world.

Gallaudet draws professors in art and digital media, American Sign Language and deaf studies, business, communication studies, educational neuroscience, government, interpretation, molecular genetics and more. They have created challenging programs that are fully accessible in both ASL and English.

Because when you succeed, we succeed.

Challenge Yourself With the Honors Program Take interdisciplinary Honors classes and complete a professional-level capstone project.

Gallaudet Honors Program students have published their work, presented at TEDx events, written plays, developed cross-cultural apps and participated in research and internships from Washington, D.C., to New York City to London to Hong Kong.

See gallaudet.edu/honors-program

Deaf and hard of hearing U.S. Honors students receive substantial Gallaudet merit scholarships, renewable for up to four years.

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National Public Radio featured biology professor Caroline Miller Solomon, Ph.D., as one of the “50 Great Teachers in America.”

Dr. Solomon also received the 2017 Ramón Margalef Award for Excellence in Education from the Association for the Sciences of Limnology and Oceanography (ASLO).

OUTSTANDING FACULTY-INDIVIDUAL ATTENTION, DIRECT COMMUNICATION AT GALLAUDET, YOU WILL NEVER GET LOST IN THE CROWD. Gallaudet is

“In my work as a professional photographer, I cross paths with fellow alumni and with students.

It is very rewarding to see how many people’s lives have been enriched by the total Gallaudet experience.”

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The world’s largest publisher of books about and for the deaf community

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The recipient of $4.7 million in funded student, faculty and staf research each year

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The leader in DeafSpace architectural design

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An extensive network of international service projects and internships

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The site of the 1988 Deaf President Now movement, which wasa catalyst for the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Tate Tullier, ’03 Gonzales, Louisiana B.A., Art/Photography Owner, Tate Tullier Photography, LLC

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THE ACADEMIC ADVANTAGE Pre-Law

Pre-MBA

Students who are considering law school beneft from specialized advising, LSAT preparation, pre-law writing competitions and a mock trial program.

Our nationally accredited business and accounting programs ofer specialized advising, GMAT preparation and internships to prepare students to start their business careers or enter graduate school.

Pre-Medicine We prepare students for medical school, pharmacy school and other health care-related programs through specialized advising, MCAT preparation, internships and research with faculty mentors.

“Like three generations of my family before me, I found myself and what I wanted to do in life at Gallaudet. It’s because of Gallaudet that I am going to law school now.”

Nathaniel Amann, ‘17 Tucson, Arizona B.S., Information Technology Law Student, Georgetown University Law Center

“The intersection of language, culture, and academics at Gallaudet made it the ideal place for me to prepare for my career as a physician.

My professors in the chemistry and biology programs provided meaningful mentorship and learning opportunities, allowing me to build the foundation that served me well during medical school.”

Colin S. Hill, M.D., ’11 B.S., Chemistry, Gallaudet University M.D., Medicine, University of Virginia School of Medicine Residency, Internal Medicine, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital Residency, Radiation Oncology, The Johns Hopkins Hospital

It’s estimated that more than 400,000 jobs will become available as professionals in the risk management and insurance felds retire. Students in Gallaudet’s new and rapidly growing Risk Management and Insurance major are well-positioned to enter this feld. Already, several students have been ofered internships, and graduates have been hired into full-time positions.

We are also creating an entrepreneurship concentration, inspired by the ABC reality series “Shark Tank.”

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Preparing you for jobs and careers

Programs for Hearing Students Nowhere else but Gallaudet will you fnd a full immersion, bilingual ASL and English college experience. Every year, we accept a select group of hearing frst-year and transfer students to our bachelor’s degree programs. You may apply to either the Hearing Undergraduate (HUG) program or the Bachelor of Arts in Interpretation (BAI) program.

For more information, see our Programs for Hearing Students brochure at www.gallaudet.edu/ admissions/undergraduate-publications.

Interpretation Major We ofer the world’s only B.A., M.A. and Ph.D. programs in Interpretation in an American Sign Language-immersive environment.

“At Gallaudet, I fnd myself balancing my studies and getting involved in sports, campus organizations, and social events on- and of-campus. Spending most of my time with deaf and hard of hearing students is where I feel most comfortable. My journey towards becoming an interpreter feels just right.”

Rodney Lebon Charlotte, North Carolina Current Student Interpretation Major

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UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH

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Research with International Impact Dr. Christian Vogler is developing open source mobile and desktop applications that will allow text, voice and high quality video calling. Students are working with Dr. Dirksen Bauman to develop a leading-edge online American Sign Language resource. Dr. Laura-Ann Petitto is conducting groundbreaking research in bilingual learning and educational neuroscience.

They and other faculty bring exceptional undergraduate research opportunities to Gallaudet.

Use leading-edge technology often reserved for graduate students at other universities. Earn a scholarship supported by the National Science Foundation or other major grantors. Collaborate in research that will make a diference in your career and in the world.

Looking into the Human Brain What is the impact of learning two languages—including a visual language—on the developing brain?

How do young ASL/English bilingual children develop successful reading skills?

Discoveries in the Petitto Brain and Language Laboratory for Neuroimaging (BL2) are answering these and other questions. World-renowned cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Laura-Ann Petitto and her team use some of the world’s most advanced brain imaging systems, including functional Near Infrared Spectroscopy (fNIRS), to study how the brain processes language during infancy. Undergraduate student interns can become certifed in operating fNIRS and work as research assistants on studies that will improve deaf education around the world.

Petitto, scientifc director of BL2, has lectured throughout the world and been interviewed by national and international media about her research on language learning in the human brain.

At Gallaudet, we believe there should be more deaf and hard of hearing professionals in science, technology and mathematics. That’s why we ofer undergraduate scholarships, internships and research opportunities in molecular genetics, bioinformatics, nanotechnology and ecology.

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GAIN A COMPETITIVE EDGE WITH GLOBAL OPPORTUNITIES At Gallaudet, you can take courses, complete internships or engage in service or research projects around the globe. Recent sites include India, France, Italy, Japan, Laos, Norway and South Africa.

Norway

Finland Sweden Netherlands United Kingdom Germany Belgium Czech Republic Switzerland France Slovenia Italy Bulgaria Spain Greece Cyprus

Canada

Mexico

Jamaica Haiti Puerto Rico Guatemala Belize Costa Rica Panama

Mali

Nigeria

Liberia

Togo Ghana

Colombia

Cameroon Uganda Kenya

Ecuador

Zanzibar

Brazil

Peru

Tanzania

Botswana Argentina Chile

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Iran

South Africa

Global Internship Sites Study Abroad Sites

“In Guam, I gained the ability to positively impact someone’s life. This internship played a key role in setting me on the right path for a career in international education.”

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Andrew Morrill, ’16 B.A., International Studies and History Internship: Oasis Empowerment Center, Guam

A Gallaudet graduate founded Mongolia’s frst early intervention program for deaf children.

That’s just one example of how Gallaudet alums are changing lives throughout the world.

Japan

Nepal

China

India Laos

South Korea Vietnam

Thailand Malaysia Singapore

Philippines Guam Marshall Islands

American Samoa

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Recent Internships—A Few Examples Around Washington, D.C.

Around the United States

Around the World

Defense Intelligence Agency

American School for the Deaf— West Hartford, Conn.

Nicosia, Cyprus— PeacePlayers International

AmeriCorps

London, England—Deafnitely Theatre

Federal Bureau of Investigation

Aspen Camp—Aspen, Colo.

Fiji Islands—UNICEF

John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

A.W. Research Laboratories— Brainerd, Minn.

Paris, France—Institute National de Jeunes Sourds

Merrill Lynch

Deaf West Theatre—North Hollywood, Calif.

East Hagåtña, Guam— Oasis Empowerment Center

Duke University—Durham, N.C.

Antigua, Guatemala— Las Voces del Silencio

District of Columbia Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking

National Institutes of Health National Zoo Octagon Sports Management U.S. Congress U.S. Department of Justice

Lexington Animal Hospital—Clark, N.J. Microsoft Corporation—Redmond, Wash.

Philadelphia Insurance Companies Ross-Jones Law Ofce—Edmond, Okla.

University of California, San Diego Medical Center, Moores Cancer Center

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Westport, Ireland—Inspire Learning Rome, Italy—Deaf Blind Children’s Agency Xalapa, Mexico—Asociación Resurrectión de Sordos, A.C.

Te Career Advantage.

Almost all full-time Gallaudet students participate in at least one internship prior to graduation.

Most of our bachelor’s degree programs require internships.

All have an extensive network of established sites and work with the Career Center to develop even more opportunities.

See gallaudet.edu/career-center

“My internship as an educational advocate at the National Association of the Deaf allowed me to do research, think about what I wanted to do career-wise, gain experience in real settings and be part of something important. At Gallaudet, I was able to become more involved in class discussions and show my leadership skills.

I discovered potential in myself that I didn’t know I had.”

Kylei Brooks, ’15 B.A., Psychology Learning Center Instructor Kansas School for the Deaf

Employers of Recent Graduates—A Partial List

“Gallaudet University has given me many opportunities to develop my career. Student organizations, paraprofessional jobs, and an internship at the Association of University Centers on Disabilities helped lead me to my current position. My job at the Department of Homeland Security would not be possible without the education and work experience I received at Gallaudet University. My advice to students: Start networking as early as you can! Once you build a reputation and develop the right contacts, many great opportunities will come your way.”

Tifany Putt, ’13 & G-’15 B.A., Government M.P.A., Public Administration Management and Program Analyst Ofce of the Chief Human Capital Ofcer, Department of Homeland Security

Aqua Hands, LLC

InterpretingPlus

St. Alexius Medical Center

Austin Community College

Israel Experience Educational Tourism Services

Sorenson Communications

Kennedy Krieger Institute

Telecommunications for the Deaf, Inc.

Booz Allen Hamilton Discovery Communications Federal Bureau of Investigation Federal Communications Commission Gaylord National Hotel and Conference Center Green Biologics Human Rights Campaign IBM Imagination Stage

Lockheed Martin Louisiana School for the Deaf Merrill Lynch National Aeronautics and Space Administration National Institutes of Health Naval Air Systems Command Peace Corps

Sotheby’s Institute of Art Texas School for the Deaf The JBG Companies U.S. Coast Guard U.S. Congress U.S. Department of Agriculture U.S. Department of Defense U.S. Environmental Protection Agency The White House

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DISCOVER THE ADVANTAGES OF A BILINGUAL ENVIRONMENT Research shows that a bilingual approach enhances learning as compared to learning only one language.

The Bilingual Advantage Everything is fully accessible.

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Extensive student-faculty collaboration, with direct communication in both American Sign Language and English

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Full access to campus activities, clubs and athletics

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Classroom technology to optimize learning for all

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English Language Institute for international students whose frst written language is not English

Picture this: You walk into the student center and know that you can sit with anyone, even complete strangers, and start up a conversation.

You can easily join a study group or a sports team, get advice from any professor or staf member and keep up with everything that’s happening on campus.

With a bilingual American Sign Language and English environment, you will have direct access to everything and everyone at Gallaudet—including our extensive national and international connections for research, internships and careers.

What can a barrier-free environment mean for you? Come visit our campus and experience it for yourself.

Support for New Signers To ensure an accessible environment for deaf and hard of hearing students who are new or emerging signers, Gallaudet provides services so that you won’t miss a thing.

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JumpStart: ASL is a four-week summer program that includes formal instruction and immersion in ASL and the opportunity to get to know the campus ahead of time.

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Gallaudet Interpreting Service conducts American Sign Language and English interpretation in the classroom and at campus events. Last year, GIS provided thousands of hours of interpreting services on campus.

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Real-time captioning services are ofered as needed in the classroom and at campus events.

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“There is nothing like working for a presidential campaign. Thanks to this internship, I had an inside look of a presidential campaign, saw how it operated, and got an idea of diferent parts within the campaign. This shaped my perspective on our political system, policy issues, and campaign strategies. I now understand the U.S. political process and the reasons behind political actions much more.”

Jehanne C. McCullough North Bethesda, Maryland Current Student, Government Major Hillary for America presidential campaign

“Gallaudet has allowed me to set goals, accomplish them and set bigger goals. The variety of classes from which to choose helped expand my learning capacity. Maximizing my learning in these classes and taking full advantage of work experience as a student paraprofessional helped me grow as a person and has allowed me to infuence the people around me in a positive way.”

Jimel Brightly-Wright, ’17 North Chicago, Illinois B.S., Physical Education and Recreation

Through American Sign Language and English, you will learn with faculty, staf and peer support.

You will be amazed at how much more you can learn and do in two languages!

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Connect with inspiring students from throughout the United States and around the world.

There’s an excitement at Gallaudet that comes from so many people ready to share their diverse backgrounds and open their eyes to new possibilities.

With more than 1,000 undergraduates and direct communication in at least two languages, you will feel welcome and ready to get involved immediately.

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Play varsity or intramural sports Join a variety of student organizations, such as Bison TV, the Black Student Union, or the Gallaudet Dance Company.

Hop on the Metro with some friends and explore the Nation’s Capital.

Whether you are new to American Sign Language or English, or fuent in both, you will learn and do more than you may ever have imagined.

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Our diferent perspectives make us stronger.

Join students from across the United States and more than 25 countries.

As a world leader in education, research and advocacy for people who are deaf and hard of hearing, Gallaudet gathers a global community.

Many diferent signed, written and spoken languages are represented on campus.

Diverse in Many Ways More than 40 percent of our undergraduate students and nearly 25 percent of our faculty identify themselves as part of a traditionally underrepresented group in higher education. Simply put, all students are welcomed and supported in our campus community.

For Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Hearing Students We ofer support for new signers, students with and without cochlear implants, and international students who are learning English. Our undergraduate students come from many academic backgrounds, including mainstream programs and schools for deaf and hard of hearing students.

Each spring, UnityFest highlights the diferent cultures on campus, and the community celebrates LGBTQA graduates with a Lavender Graduation.

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Fostering self-awareness, intellectual curiosity and cultural knowledge

“Gallaudet is such a beautiful and friendly community. I will always remember my years here as full of meeting new people and learning about Deaf Culture and deaf education.”

Chaminda Hewapathirana, ’15 Washington D.C. B.A., Self-Directed Major in Early Childhood Education Teacher Aide, Kendall Demonstration Elementary School Chaminda plans to pursue a master’s degree in education and return to his native Sri Lanka to fulfll his dreams of improving early childhood deaf education in that country.

“Gallaudet gave me freedom in an environment where communication fows freely and easily.

I learned ASL there, and I am now more confdent to go out and accomplish my dreams. I am a completely diferent person because of Gallaudet.”

Natalie Delgado, ’13 Baton Rouge, LA B.A., Psychology M.S., Deaf Studies and Deaf Education, Lamar University Teacher, Louisiana School for the Deaf Representatives from the Embassy of Ecuador came to campus when Natalie presented her Honors Capstone project, “The Unheard Needs of the Deaf in Ecuador.”

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GET READY TO WIN! Whether you join one of Gallaudet’s NCAA Division III sports teams or simply cheer them on, you’ll feel the pride that Bison athletics brings to campus.

Rock the Field House at a home basketball game. Join in the Bison Song. Help take your team to the NCAA volleyball tournament.

See highlights of Bison football on television.

Or reach for your personal best on an intramural team or in our ftness complex.

Student-athletes have a distinct advantage at Gallaudet, from top-quality coaches and support staf to state-of-the-art training facilities that are deaf-friendly with full visual access.

See gallaudetathletics.com

Scan here for Bison athletic schedules, scores and news.

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Varsity Sports Teams

NCAA Division III Athletics

North Eastern Athletic Conference unless noted

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The women’s volleyball team won a seventh straight NEAC championship and went to the NCAA tournament for the twelfth time in program history.

They earned the AVCA Team Academic Award for a tenth straight year.

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Twenty-four student-athletes earned all-conference honors for their respective sport last season including two Player of the Year awards, two Rookie of the Year awards and one Coach of the Year award.

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Men’s basketball set a program record with 20 wins, including 18 conference wins. They were featured on the front page of the Washington Post sports section and received media attention from other television shows and podcasts.

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Student-athletes shine in the classroom, with 41 named to the 2016-2017 North Eastern Athletic Conference Scholar-Athlete list, which requires a 3.4 grade point average or higher, and four named to the Eastern Collegiate Football Conference All-Academic Team.

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Gallaudet had 11 honorees on the 2017 Arthur Ashe, Jr. Sports Scholar lists published by Diverse: Issues in Higher Education, honoring diverse student-athletes who excel in the classroom and on the feld of play.

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For a third consecutive year, the Gallaudet Athletics social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) ranked No. 1 in NCAA Division III by D3SocialMedia.com for the entire 2016-1017 school year. The Bison hold the highest Social Media Index rating, and are tops in Instagram and second in Facebook overall.

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FEEL THE ENERGY!

Clubs for Everyone from Entrepreneurs to Environmentalists •

Asian Pacifc Islander Association

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Bison Games

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Bison TV

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Bison With Attitude

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Black Student Union

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Chabad Student Club

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Classes of 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020

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CODAdet

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English Language Institute Student Organization

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GreenGrow

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International Human Rights Organization

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Latin@ Student Union

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Rainbow Society

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Saudi Student Organization

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Nine fraternities and sororities

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Student-Athlete Advisory Committee

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Student Body Government

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The Buf and Blue Student Newspaper

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No Barriers Zen Club

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Tower Clock Yearbook

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Did you watch “America’s Next Top Model” or “Dancing With the Stars”?

Alumnus Nyle DiMarco, ’13, won on both shows!

ART AND ANIMATION The newest addition to campus is Pigmental Studios, an international frm that is moving its headquarters to Gallaudet in a partnership that will include course oferings and internships for students.

AN INTERNATIONAL CENTER FOR THE ARTS

Creativity, inspiration and talent abound in the thriving arts community at Gallaudet.

Perform at the White House or around the world with our renowned dance company.

Work on a world-premiere performance or with a digital animation frm headquartered right on campus! Produce a TV series for Bison TV. The energy on campus never stops!

THEATER Award-winning alumni, students and other theater professionals earn national media attention for Gallaudet productions.

Two alumni and a current student performed in “Spring Awakening� in Los Angeles, with one alumna continuing in the Broadway production in the lead female role.

DANCE For more than 60 years, the Gallaudet Dance Company has gathered international audiences for its performances, which use a range of styles built on a foundation of American Sign Language.

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Living on campus—everything is here for you.

First- and second-year students at Gallaudet all live on campus, and many juniors and seniors choose to live on campus as well.

First-year students live in Benson Hall, where it’s easy to make friends and connect with peer mentors and other support staf. We will make sure you feel right at home at Gallaudet through get-to-know-you activities and Freshman Foundation courses.

After that, you could select a bright, open residence hall built entirely using DeafSpace architectural design elements. Or you could choose to live on “Faculty Row,” three U.S. National Historic Register homes with full kitchens and faculty-in-residence.

What is DeafSpace?

DeafSpace elements foster community and visual interaction through lighting, visual sight lines and wide pathways to make signing easy.

Gallaudet students were instrumental in deciding how LLRH6, our newest residence hall, should be designed. All public spaces in our other residence halls were also recently renovated based on this input.

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Our 99-acre, historic campus includes an indoor swimming pool, a rock-climbing wall, an arts center and a student center for movie nights and other activities.

Events Enjoy activities for every season, cultural celebrations, Homecoming and other annual events. Gallaudet also brings international and national speakers and performances to campus, not to mention plenty of sports to watch and play. And there’s always something planned in the residence halls.

Dining Options From cofee to burgers to made-from-scratch meals using local ingredients, we ofer a wide range of convenient dining options on campus.

Or head across the street to Union Market for more choices.

See gallaudet.cafebonappetit.com

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THE WASHINGTON, D.C., ADVANTAGE From international internships to cultural events and restaurants, attending college in the nation’s capital is an incredible experience.

Careers The U.S. Capitol and the Smithsonian Institution museums are not just sightseeing destinations; they provide numerous internship placements for our students, as do businesses and organizations throughout the District.

Gallaudet helps dozens of students and alumni each year obtain internships or full-time jobs through the U.S. Department of Labor’s Workforce Recruitment Program, which connects federal sector employers with highly motivated students.

Educational Opportunities Take classes at The George Washington University, Georgetown University or the University of Maryland: we’ve joined with 13 other universities to share resources in the Consortium of Universities of the Washington Metropolitan Area.

Excitement Take a jog around the Tidal Basin. Enjoy international festivals, world-renowned landmarks and museums, and exceptional theater and dance troupes. Experience dining on the Potomac waterfront or the shopping along Georgetown’s cobblestone streets. And don’t forget to sneak a peek at Wilma the bison at the National Zoo!

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Washington, D.C., is consistently ranked the #1 most educated metropolitan area in the U.S., according to the Brookings Institution.

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Washington, D.C., is home to a large, vibrant community of deaf and hard of hearing individuals.

As a student in this exciting city, you can enjoy accessible activities and events such as: • Deaf-centered events such as ASL Trivia in the H Street, Atlas District and NoMa neighborhoods of Washington, D.C., that allow students to network with deaf professionals • Captioned videos and movies and tours at Smithsonian Institution museums • Captioned shows and deaf performances at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts • Rock concerts at the Verizon Center • Closed and open-captioned movie showings at area theaters all day and all night • ASL-interpreted and captioned stage performances at theaters around the city • Captioning at professional sporting events • ASL “Open Mic” night at hotspot Busboys & Poets

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OUR NEIGHBORHOOD Gallaudet has helped revitalize the Sixth Street corridor adjacent to campus. Union Market is a great place to go for dining and shopping. Plus, you can gain hands-on experience working on projects with local developers and businesses.

The hip Atlas District and NoMa neighborhoods near Gallaudet also feature a variety of ethnic cuisines with servers who know American Sign Language. You can use Capital Bikeshare, Zipcar or our free Metro shuttle to connect anywhere in the District right from campus.

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#1 BEST VALUE SCHOOL AMONG 2016 NORTH REGION

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UNIVERSITIES—U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT

Afordability and Value

Financial Aid

What is VR?

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Our fnancial aid advisors will help you compile a package that best fts your individual needs. They’ll provide advice on scholarships, working with Vocational Rehabilitation and applying for federal grants and loans.

VR supports the transition from school to college or employment.

Gallaudet students graduate with very low debt, nearly two-thirds less than the national average.

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In 2016–2017, 91 percent of undergraduate students received some type of fnancial aid.

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An Honors student can receive up to $72,000 total in merit scholarships over four years.

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Tuition and fees are 38 percent lower than the U.S. national average for public out-of-state tuition.

See gallaudet.edu/fnancial-aid

Students who are deaf or hard of hearing may qualify for fnancial assistance from their state’s Vocational Rehabilitation agency. If your local agency determines that you are eligible, you may receive help with tuition, books and other items.

See gallaudet.edu/vragencies

More than 97 percent of recent Gallaudet graduates are employed or in graduate school.

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THE WORLD’S ONLY UNIVERSITY DESIGNED FOR DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING STUDENTS. GET READY. 1. Visit

2. Apply

3. Aford

The only way to truly experience the Gallaudet Advantage is to visit.

Applying to Gallaudet is easy!

If you wish to be considered for need-based scholarships and grants, complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) online at fafsa.gov as soon as possible after October 1 for the upcoming academic year. Gallaudet’s school code is 001443.

Attend an Open House or email us at visitors.center@gallaudet.edu to arrange an individual or group tour of campus.

Let us know if you will need interpreters or other access services.

Meet with students, faculty, athletic coaches, academic advisors and fnancial aid staf who can answer all of your questions.

You can also take the ACT on campus in a fully accessible environment.

Complete your application at gallaudet.edu/admissions You will need: • $50 application fee • ACT/SAT scores • One letter of recommendation • One essay • Audiogram • High school and/or college transcript • TOEFL or IELTS (if applicable) The $50 fee is waived for students who apply

by December 1, attend an Open House or participate in one of our youth programs.

Email admissions@gallaudet.edu if you have questions.

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All applicants for admission are automatically considered for merit scholarships.

Email fnancial.aid@gallaudet.edu if you have questions.

From our Capitol Hill interns To our alumni in science and technology To our winning NCAA Division III sports teams To our world premiere theater productions To our international impact:

Gallaudet Pride.

Open House 2017-2018 Open House dates are posted online. ACT testing is administered several times a year, sometimes in conjunction with Open House dates.

Register at gallaudet.edu/about/explore-campus/visit

Application Priority Deadlines for Spring 2018, Fall 2018 and Spring 2019 October 30, 2017, for international applicants (Spring admission)

May 30, 2018, for international applicants (Fall admission)

February 15, 2018, for applicants who want to be considered for Honors Program scholarships

October 30, 2018, for international applicants (Spring admission)

March 30, 2018, for Bachelor of Arts in Interpretation applicants All other applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year and are automatically considered for merit scholarships.

Apply at gallaudet.edu/admissions

Gallaudet University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

Gallaudet University is an equal opportunity educational institution.

Majors and Minors Our Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degree options include new, in-demand programs as well as internships in business, information technology and molecular genetics. We also ofer pre-business, pre-law, and pre-medicine programs.

Accounting, B.S.

Information Technology, B.S.

American Sign Language, B.A.

International Studies, B.A.

Art and Media Design, B.A.

Interpretation, B.A.

Art History Minor

Linguistics Minor

Athletic Coaching Minor

Mathematics, B.A. and B.S.

Clinical Mental Health Counseling, M.A.

Biology, B.A. and B.S.

Philosophy, B.A.

Clinical Psychology, Ph.D.

Business Administration, B.S.

Photography Minor

Deaf Education, Ph.D., Ed.S., M.A.

Chemistry, B.A. and B.S.

Physical Education and Recreation, B.S.

Deaf Studies, M.A.

Communication Studies, B.A.

Psychology, B.A.

Educational Neuroscience, Ph.D.

Dance Minor

Public Health, B.A and B.S.

Hearing, Speech and Language Sciences, Ph.D. and M.S.

Deaf Studies, B.A.

Recreation and Sports Programming Minor

International Development, M.A.

Digital Media Minor Education, B.A., B.S. and 5-year B.A./M.A. Option English, B.A. Ethics Minor Family Studies Minor Government, B.A. Graphic Design Minor History, B.A.

Risk Management and Insurance, B.S.

Graduate Degree Programs Audiology, Au.D.

Interpretation, Ph.D. and M.A. Linguistics, Ph.D. and M.A.

Self-Directed Major

Public Administration, M.P.A.

Social Work, B.A. and 5-year B.A./M.S.W. Option

School Counseling, M.A.

Sociology, B.A.

Sign Language Education, M.A.

Spanish, B.A.

Social Work, M.S.W.

Studio Art Minor

Speech-Language Pathology, M.S.

School Psychology, Psy.S.

Theatre Arts, B.A. Writing Minor

Many of the majors listed above are also ofered as minors.

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