Global Arc

This course is the first course in the introductory American Sign Language (ASL) course sequence. The primary goal is to build a strong foundation for attaining proficiency in American Sign Language and understanding Deaf culture. Students will acquire basic vocabulary and grammar through in-class interactive activities, and out-of-class readings and exercises. Students also will focus on developing visual skills, which are critical to attaining proficiency in ASL. In addition, students will be introduced to Deaf culture and history.

This course is the second course in the introductory American Sign Language (ASL) course sequence. This course aims to improve conversation skills in ASL, review and refine knowledge of basic grammar, broaden vocabulary, develop ASL-English translation skills, and increase awareness of Deaf culture. Students will develop their ASL skills through in-class interactive activities, and out-of-class readings and exercises.

An intermediate language course that aims to strengthen students' communication and comprehension skills. Students will broaden their grammar, vocabulary, and Deaf culture knowledge through viewing and analyzing various ASL videos. Students will also practice holding conversations about a wide variety of topics following Deaf cultural norms through interactive activities.

This course offers intensive practice in American Sign Language (ASL) through learning specialized vocabulary, analyzing grammar, developing ASL-English translation skills, signing in different forms of discourse, and discussing ASL literary works and Deaf culture.

An advanced language course that explores the history and genres of ASL literature. Students will broaden their grammar, vocabulary, and Deaf culture knowledge through viewing and analyzing various ASL literary works and creating their own ASL literary works.