Gifts to Where Community Powers High Impact Learning for Deaf and Sign Language Students contribute to...
Where Community Powers High Impact Learning for Deaf and Sign Language Students
Central Washington University’s Deaf and Sign Language Studies (DSLS) program prepares the next generation of American Sign Language leaders through intentional, high-impact practices embedded throughout the student experience. As the only program of its kind in Washington State, DSLS integrates applied learning, community engagement, and early professional exposure as essential components of student success.
Your support directly funds student participation in transformative learning experiences, including Deaf expos, ASL theater performances, and community events—covering transportation, registration, and required materials. Gifts also support structured outreach to Washington high schools, where DSLS students engage in supervised mentoring, language modeling, and recruitment as part of their professional development.
These opportunities reduce financial barriers and ensure equitable access to hands-on, community-engaged education. By investing in DSLS, you help students build advanced language proficiency, cultural competence, and career readiness—while strengthening CWU’s partnerships with the Deaf community across the state.
Build a More Inclusive Future Through ASL!
