Vision: The ASL Program at Yale University strives to produce a community of ASL users who are committed to supporting the rights and needs of Deaf people within their professions.
Mission: Our program of study is designed to assist students in acquiring proficiency in American Sign Language and appreciation of the Deaf community through a high quality language learning and cultural studies curriculum. By collaborating with school and community partners, the ASL program will coordinate authentic learning experiences that prepare students to integrate ASL into their professions.
Driving Objectives:
- Language Proficiency: Students will develop expressive and receptive fluency in ASL to communicate effectively in real-world, academic, and professional contexts.
- Deaf Culture and Identity: Students will demonstrate understanding of Deaf culture, history, and identity, recognizing the diversity and contributions of the Deaf community through immersive experiences.
- Community Engagement: Students will engage with the Deaf community through service learning, volunteering, or community events, using ASL in reciprocal ways that promote allyship and support Deaf equity.
Courses:
- ASL110: American Sign Language I
- ASL120: American Sign Language II
- ASL130: American Sign Language III
- ASL140: American Sign Language IV
- ASL150: Critical Issues Facing Deaf People in Society