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Repeat After Me…..

April 3, 2012

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REPEAT AFTER ME… Written by:   Mary Anne Pugin ~Mary Anne continues her series of stories reflecting upon ‘growing up as a deaf child’ in the 1950’s and 1960’s~ “Don-n-n-n,” I said.  “No, no – dol-l-l-l,” Miss Wright corrected.  It is so written in the October 6, 1955 article published by the Washington, D.C. Evening Star.  […]

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What is Deaf Culture?

January 9, 2012

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Andres Tapia recently shared some thoughts regarding the paradox of inclusion…..with particular focus on the Deaf Community. His perspective inspires reflection and commentary. Deafness is one of the most overlooked and misunderstood dimensions of diversity not just outside the diversity and inclusion field, but actually within it. As you continue to read think about how […]

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What is ASL?

December 27, 2011

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As a Sign Language Interpreting Agency, it’s sometimes easy to forget that many people are completely unfamiliar with Deaf Culture and the variety of languages used. What is American Sign Language?  (ASL) ASL is a complete, complex language that employs signs made by moving the hands combined with facial expressions and postures of the body. […]

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