American Sign Language (ASL) for Cultural Workers

“American Sign Language (ASL) for Cultural Workers” was a fun and interactive workshop led by Regina Daniels, program director and lead American Sign Language instructor in the Carlstrom Interpreter Training Program based at North Central University in Minneapolis. Participants learned about Deaf Culture, ASL signs, and practical tips for welcoming Deaf and hard of hearing visitors to their cultural institutions.

Regina Daniels is a full-time Program Director and Assistant Professor at North Central University in Minneapolis. As the program director and lead American Sign Language instructor in the Carlstrom Interpreter Training Program based at NCU, she thrives on developing creative, challenging yet fun methods of language instruction. She enjoys teaching students about sign language interpreting from a deaf person’s perspective and helping them develop language competency. Prior to working at NCU, she taught ASL at Columbia College Chicago, where she also began working in the ASL/English Interpretation Department. She holds an M.A. in Performance Arts Management and is currently working toward her Ph.D. from St. Mary’s University of Minnesota. Regina is passionate about dance, theater and teaching ASL.

Couldn’t make it to the in person session in Minneapolis? No problem! We understand that it is not always possible to attend sessions in person and want to make it available to all. Check out the archived recorded session below.

WORKSHOP PRESENTATION AND HANDOUTS:

Workshop Power Presentation PDF by Regina Daniels

ASL Workshop Handout PDF by Regina Daniels

Minnesota-based ASL Interpreter listing by Art Form 2020

Event Image Description: A black line drawing of hands signing “ASL” with blue lettering below each hands translating the letters.