From the Deaf Community to Deaf America: How Language Frames Thought and Action

Words—and signs—shape worlds. In this interactive talk, Brendan Stern makes the case for reframing the “Deaf Community” as “Deaf America.” He explores how this shift can generate more persuasive visions of Deaf being and belonging, and, in turn, how ASL itself embodies political meaning with signs open to re-imagining.


Contact
Corinna Hill
5852801464
Event Snapshot
When and Where
February 11, 2026
12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Room/Location: 1300/1310
Who

Open to the Public

CostFREE
Interpreter Requested?

Yes

Topics
deaf community
diversity
student experience