American Sign Language Minor – Academics

American Sign Language – Minor

Even if you don’t plan to work in a field that requires ASL proficiency, having expertise in this crucial second language can be a significant advantage on your resume. Brush up on your ASL skills while learning more about the deaf community and language acquisition with an ASL minor.

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credits required for the American Sign Language minor

of master's degree can be completed as an undergrad at WOU

of students who apply to WOU are selected for admission

student clubs and organizations are waiting to welcome you in

Highlights of the program

Communicate with members of the deaf community no matter what your career
Gain a deeper understanding of an underserved population
Hone your communication skills in a way that translates to all levels of work

Example Courses

This minor is a planning tool for prospective students, intended for the current academic year. Once enrolled, WOU students use the online Degree Tracks (DegreeWorks) system to monitor progress toward their college degree.

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Each student’s situation is unique and your degree plan may differ from the sample presented here. Meet with your WOU adviser to create your personalized degree plan.
Students must complete a minimum of 180 credit hours, including 62 upper-division, in order to earn a degree.

Faculty

BRENT REDPATH

NTT Instructor, Deaf Studies & Professional Studies
redpathb@wou.edu

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QUESTIONS - ASL minor

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Phone: 503-838-8322

Email: heidek@wou.edu

Location: RWC 140

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American Sign Language – Minor

credits required for the American Sign Language minor

of master's degree can be completed as an undergrad at WOU

of students who apply to WOU are selected for admission

student clubs and organizations are waiting to welcome you in

Highlights of the program

Example Courses

Faculty

BRENT REDPATH

QUESTIONS - ASL minor

Contact Us

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