This course explores the history of the deaf community in the United States. It examines the foundation of schools for the deaf, the birth of American Sign Language, and the emergence of deaf culture, all within a 19th century context. 20th century events, such as the rise of oralism, the hearing oppression of the deaf and the fight for deaf civil rights are also considered. Part of the deaf studies, American Sign Language, and history concentrations. Part of the American history minor and may also be taken as an elective. Class 4, Credit 4 (offered annually).

Offered Annually