ASL/Deaf Studies Program Resources

The American Sign Language/Deaf Studies Transfer Community

The KU School of Professional Studies provides a variety of undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs for working professionals. Our classes allow students to balance work, family, and education. Programs like the American Sign Language & Deaf Studies (ASLD) Transfer Community can help you maintain that balance.

The ASLD Transfer Community will connect you to the wider Kansas City ASLD community and give you access to events, programs, and unique learning opportunities. By the time you finish your associate’s degree, you’ll be ready to jump into your bachelor’s work.

As a member of a transfer community, you can expect to:

• Establish relationships with KU faculty and staff before you start classes.
• Develop a plan with milestones to complete your associate’s and bachelor’s degrees.
• Join professional and social events at KU and your community college.
• Engage in leadership activities in the KC metro.

Learn more about the ASLD Transfer Community.

Center for Undergraduate Research & Fellowships

We are dedicated to guiding students through the process of securing undergraduate research opportunities and applying for nationally competitive fellowships and scholarships.

We also host various programs to support students, faculty, and staff in their research endeavors, including:

• Emerging Scholars Program
• Undergraduate Research Awards
• Research Travel Awards
• Research-Intensive Course Mini-Grants
• Research presentation events

Learn more about research & fellowships

Honors program

The KU Honors Program provides a unique, supportive community for students focused on optimizing their education.

As part of the KU’s University Honors Program, you’ll be joining one of the top-ranked honors programs in the nation. KU honors students study abroad, undertake graduate-level research, and find success in their professional field more often, and earlier, than their peers.

Learn more about the Honors Program

Board of advisors

The American Sign Language and Deaf Studies program is generously supported by the American Sign Language and Deaf Studies Board. This group of external experts, practitioners, stakeholders, and educators provides input, counsel and other valuable support to the academic program. Learn about the board advisors.