Deaf Studies, Minor

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Program Description

The Deaf Studies, Minor prepares students to understand the cultural, historical, and linguistic aspects of the Deaf community in America. Through coursework in Deaf culture, history, and American Sign Language, students explore the unique perspectives and experiences of culturally Deaf individuals, particularly within the context of the Deaf-World. This minor is an ideal complement to majors in social sciences, education, linguistics, and related fields, providing students with a strong foundation for work in different professional settings.

Matriculation Requirements

1. Declaration of a major in a bachelor degree program at UVU
2. Completion of ASL 2020G Intermediate American Sign Language II  or equivalent

Program Requirements

Course List

Code	Title	Credit Hours
Total Credit Hours		18
Discipline Core Requirements		18 Credits
Complete the following:
ASL 3000	Technology for Deaf Studies	3
ASL 3530	Modern Deaf Culture	3
Complete additional 12 credits of 3000-4000 level ASL prefix courses.		12

Graduation Requirements

1. Minimum cumulative G.P.A. of 2.0, with no grade lower than a "C" for all ASL courses.
2. Residency hours--minimum of 12 credits counting towards the minor through attendance at UVU.

Graduation Plan

This graduation plan is a sample plan and is intended to be a guide. Your specific plan may differ based on your Math and English placement and/or transfer credits applied. You are encouraged to meet with an advisor and set up an individualized graduation plan in Wolverine Track.

Plan of Study Grid

First Year
Semester 1		Credit Hours
ASL 3000	Technology for Deaf Studies	3
	Credit Hours	3
Semester 2
ASL 3530	Modern Deaf Culture	3
ASL Elective		3
	Credit Hours	6
Second Year
Semester 3
ASL Elective		3
	Credit Hours	3
Semester 4
ASL Elective		3
ASL Elective		3
	Credit Hours	6
	Total Credit Hours	18

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Negotiate meaning with individuals via signing and reading at the Advanced Mid rating of the ACTFL proficiency levels.
2. Comprehend members of the target language and produce messages that can be interpreted and understood by said members at the Advanced Mid rating of the ACTFL proficiency levels.
3. Use linguistic and cultural knowledge to encourage and influence advocacy strategies to foster deaf and hearing relations in their communities.