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silentgrapevine June 8, 2018

The Advantages of Learning ASL

silentgrapevine June 8, 2018

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 they can…

silentgrapevine October 1, 2015

Lead Character needed for Tribes production @ Worcester County Light Opera Company.

silentgrapevine October 1, 2015

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 are explained…

Thomsen Young July 11, 2015

“I love you” emoji in ASL. Should it happen?

Thomsen Young July 11, 2015

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 noticed, people…

Thomsen Young July 9, 2015

“UpTown Funk” Awesome Rendition in ASL by Brian Guendling

Thomsen Young July 9, 2015

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 Funk” in…

Thomsen Young July 6, 2015

Popular TV Show Portlandia seeking ASL-Fluent Actors and Actress

Thomsen Young July 6, 2015

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 ASL to…

Thomsen Young May 18, 2015

ASL Mythbusters

Thomsen Young May 18, 2015

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 five-part story…

silentgrapevine April 6, 2015

Thoughts on Communication at Gallaudet

silentgrapevine April 6, 2015

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 basic ASL,…

Thomsen Young January 25, 2015

“Let It Go” ASL gone viral.

Thomsen Young January 25, 2015

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 ASL would…

Thomsen Young January 14, 2015

Jules Dameron announces that “Let it Go” in ASL will be released on January 25th, 2015!

Thomsen Young January 14, 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 ASL project…

silentgrapevine July 25, 2014

The Silent Wonder

silentgrapevine July 25, 2014

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 a common…

Thomsen Young July 7, 2014

#OWNASL

Thomsen Young July 7, 2014

What are your thoughts? Do you agree or disagree? Feel free to comment below or on YouTube! Thomsen YoungFounder of SG http://thomsenyoung.com/

Thomsen Young June 27, 2014

Exclusive Video: Deaf in Prison is now Live!

Thomsen Young June 27, 2014

[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 only 3,000…

Thomsen Young June 26, 2014

First Open Feedback System in the history of the ASL interpreting field created by Linguabee!

Thomsen Young June 26, 2014

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 goal is…

Thomsen Young June 21, 2014

Interpreter Shows Up at Doctor Appointment and Turns out to be a Fake ASL Interpreter

Thomsen Young June 21, 2014

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 story of…

Thomsen Young June 19, 2014

#DeafInPrison Campaign Trailer

Thomsen Young June 19, 2014

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 be kicking…

Thomsen Young June 11, 2014

LA Pride ASL Interpreter Highlights 2014

Thomsen Young June 11, 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 of hearing…

silentgrapevine March 27, 2014

A Few Weeks of Festivities and Warm Welcomes. . .

silentgrapevine March 27, 2014

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, jerk chicken…

Thomsen Young March 22, 2014

Unwillingness to Listen and a Vow of Silence.

Thomsen Young March 22, 2014

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 for British…

silentgrapevine March 6, 2014

Deaf Education in Guyana

silentgrapevine March 6, 2014

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 Guyana. It’s…

Thomsen Young February 22, 2014

Happy 30th Flying Words Anniversary Performance by RIT/NTID alumnus Peter Cook and Kenny Lerner!

Thomsen Young February 22, 2014

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 same as…

Thomsen Young February 3, 2014

Amber Zion signs “America, The Beautiful” @ Super Bowl

Thomsen Young February 3, 2014

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 of her…

Thomsen Young January 17, 2014

Hair reminds of “Johnny Bravo”! “Don’t Hold Your Breath” by Nicole Scherzinger in a Sign Language (ASL) Performance ft. JPosh

Thomsen Young January 17, 2014

Thomsen YoungFounder of SG http://thomsenyoung.com/

Thomsen Young October 10, 2013

Finally!…Astrophysics in BSL. Wait, not ASL?

Thomsen Young October 10, 2013

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 … Many…

Thomsen Young August 12, 2013

Petition Response: There Shouldn’t Be Any Stigma About American Sign Language

Thomsen Young August 12, 2013

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 of hearing.…

Thomsen Young July 20, 2013

Kinect might allow ASL to be translated in near future.

Thomsen Young July 20, 2013

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 American Sign…

Thomsen Young July 16, 2013

10 Facts about Katie LeClerc You Didn’t Know

Thomsen Young July 16, 2013

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 deaf teenager,…

Thomsen Young June 7, 2013

Hot Deaf Twit: Marlee Matlin on True Colours

Thomsen Young June 7, 2013

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 of The…

Thomsen Young May 27, 2013

Exclusive: Interview with Patricia “Trix” Bruce

Thomsen Young May 27, 2013

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 and a…

Thomsen Young May 17, 2013

ASL Rose: Two Deaf Babies

Thomsen Young May 17, 2013

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 miss the…