American Sign Language Studies
Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Science
Mission: To prepare students with competencies in ASL linguistics, literature and Deaf culture; an understanding of the role of the sociolinguistic aspects of sign languages and Deaf communities; and the roles of Deaf history, Deaf culture and cultural diversity in American society.
Link to: program description in the current WOU catalog
A degree in ASL Studies prepares students in ASL linguistics and deaf culture.
Successful graduates will be prepared for non-interpreter positions where
they must interact in ASL (e.g., schools and other programs for the deaf, video
relay services and other businesses catering to deaf clientele)
and for graduate programs where this language and cultural knowledge is required
(e.g., rehabilitation counseling and teacher education).
Contact information:
Carl Schroeder, Program Coordinator
Division of Special Education
Education Building Room 220
345 N. Monmouth Ave.
Western Oregon University
Monmouth, Oregon 97361
E-mail schroedc@wou.edu
503-838-8444 (message, V and TTY)
FAX 503-838-8228