The Advantages of Learning ASL
Whatever career path you have chosen, knowing American Sign Language (ASL) has to be a plus. In every walk of life there are people with hearing difficulties, and having someone … Read More
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Lead Character needed for Tribes production @ Worcester County Light Opera Company.
The Worcester (MA) County Light Opera Company is producing Tribes. They are looking for an actor (with or without experience) to play the lead character, Billy. The play and character … Read More
“I love you” emoji in ASL. Should it happen?
Written by Thomsen Young and you can follow him @ There is a petition from change.org called,”We Want the “I Love You” ASL handshape in emoji. As you might have … Read More
“UpTown Funk” Awesome Rendition in ASL by Brian Guendling
Written by Thomsen Young and you can follow him @ Brian Gundling is a football player that plays for Texas State, yet he pull off an amazing rendition of “UpTown … Read More
Popular TV Show Portlandia seeking ASL-Fluent Actors and Actress
Written by Thomsen Young and you can follow him @ The popular TV show, Portlandia, a hilarious sketch comedy show, is looking for men and women who are fluent in … Read More
ASL Mythbusters
Written by Thomsen Young and you can follow him @ On Friday, April 17, 2015, exactly a month ago, Deaf and Hearing Network (DHN) kicked off the first of a … Read More
Thoughts on Communication at Gallaudet
Have you seen Carrie Suggs’ video yet? She talks about how Gallaudet University discriminates against deaf students with its communication policies. Guidelines for hiring employees say that staff should know … Read More
“Let It Go” ASL gone viral.
Earlier this morning, D-PAN released “Let It Go” in ASL. On Wednesday, January 14, 2015, we announced that Jules Dameron announced on her Facebook page that “Let It Go” in … Read More
Jules Dameron announces that “Let it Go” in ASL will be released on January 25th, 2015!
On her Facebook post, Jules Dameron announces that “Let it Go” in American Sign Language project is ready to be released to the public on Sunday, January 25th, 2015. This … Read More
The Silent Wonder
Rae Trambaugh, 28, of Alliance, and Darla Trambaugh, 24, of New Philadelphia, with their newborn daughters at Union Hospital in Dover. The Silent Wonder written by: writingskillz It is not … Read More
#OWNASL
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Exclusive Video: Deaf in Prison is now Live!
[Update: June 28, 2014 @ 11:15 pm (PST)]: Forty-eight hours has passed. However, it’s not over. You can still learn more and event sign a petition to help out! HEARD is … Read More
First Open Feedback System in the history of the ASL interpreting field created by Linguabee!
Today, Linguabee is releasing the first open feedback system in the history of the ASL interpreting field! What does this mean? Watch the video first. To keep it simple, Linguabee … Read More
Interpreter Shows Up at Doctor Appointment and Turns out to be a Fake ASL Interpreter
Yesterday, a vlog was posted called “Fake Interpreter Shows Up at my Doctor’s Appointment”, in which, a quite upset young, African American man by the YouTube name Faiibaii8, shares his … Read More
#DeafInPrison Campaign Trailer
For more information, click on the link below! Major Announcement: HEARD #DeafinPrison Campaign Starting June 27, 2014 Reply Tuesday, June 10, 2014 Four days ago, HEARD announces that they will … Read More
LA Pride ASL Interpreter Highlights 2014
Published on Jun 10, 2014 Highlights of some of the ASL interpreters at LA Pride 2014 working hard to make this public event more accessible to the Deaf and hard … Read More
A Few Weeks of Festivities and Warm Welcomes. . .
I can’t think of a better way to be introduced into a new country! Today, marks two weeks in Guyana. I have discovered a new recipe, roti with pumpkin curry, … Read More
Unwillingness to Listen and a Vow of Silence.
How would you show your support for something that you believe in so strongly? One professor, who is from the UK, has decided that he wanted to show his support … Read More
Deaf Education in Guyana
Pre-departure jitters. . . In approximately nine or so days, I will be in joining two other Peace Corps Response Volunteers in New York to begin my exciting journey to … Read More
Happy 30th Flying Words Anniversary Performance by RIT/NTID alumnus Peter Cook and Kenny Lerner!
Flying Words Project is an American Sign Language (ASL) poetry troupe comprised of Deaf Poet Peter Cook and hearing coauthor Kenny Lerner. The goal of Flying Words is probably the … Read More
Amber Zion signs “America, The Beautiful” @ Super Bowl
Amber Zion signs both “America, the Beautiful” and the National Anthem at this year Super Bowl. Tell us what your thoughts on how she did and what did you think … Read More
Hair reminds of “Johnny Bravo”! “Don’t Hold Your Breath” by Nicole Scherzinger in a Sign Language (ASL) Performance ft. JPosh
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Finally!…Astrophysics in BSL. Wait, not ASL?
Looks like we have a long ways to go… Sign language standardised for astronomical terms Times Higher Education Astrophysics is among the subjects being made more accessible to deaf students … Read More
Petition Response: There Shouldn’t Be Any Stigma About American Sign Language
There Shouldn’t Be Any Stigma About American Sign Language Thank you for your petition regarding promoting American Sign Language (ASL). ASL is vital for many individuals who are deaf or hard … Read More
Kinect might allow ASL to be translated in near future.
From Fars News Agency: Members of the team demonstrated their system at the DemoFest portion of the conference, showcasing software that has been developed for the Kinect that successfully translates … Read More
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10 Facts about Katie LeClerc You Didn’t Know
10 Facts about Katie LeClerc You Didn’t Know written by: DominicA Katie Leclerc, the gorgeous American actress has captured the hearts of many, thanks to her impeccable portrayal of a … Read More
Hot Deaf Twit: Marlee Matlin on True Colours
True Colours (by Artists Against Bullying) ASL: youtu.be/_qXxrUyTCcE via @youtube. A beautiful message to start your weekend— Marlee Matlin (@MarleeMatlin) June 6, 2013 About Thomsen YoungThomsen Young is the founder … Read More
Exclusive: Interview with Patricia “Trix” Bruce
Patricia (“Trix”) Bruce, who is deaf, delightful and dynamic, is an extraordinary performing artist with a spirited audience-participation entertainment style. Drawing on her background in American Sign Language (ASL) Linguistics … Read More
ASL Rose: Two Deaf Babies
About Thomsen YoungThomsen Young is the founder of The Silent Grapevine.You can follow him +Thomsen Young or via Twitter @yadudesup. You can also follow The Silent Grapevine via Twitter so you will never … Read More