{"id":12212,"date":"2025-10-08T16:17:32","date_gmt":"2025-10-08T21:17:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/education\/?post_type=program&#038;p=12212"},"modified":"2026-03-17T17:05:36","modified_gmt":"2026-03-17T22:05:36","slug":"american-sign-language-studies","status":"publish","type":"program","link":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/education\/academics\/american-sign-language-studies\/","title":{"rendered":"American Sign Language Studies"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<div id=\"primary\" class=\"content-area\">\n\t<div id=\"main\" class=\"site-main\">\n\t\t\n\n<section id=\"program-intro\" class=\"uwm-u-pt-80 uwm-u-pb-40\">\n    <div class=\"uwm-l-container--base\">\n        \n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div id=\"intro-main\" class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<header class=\"page-header\">\n    <h1 class=\"entry-title heading-separator\">\n        American Sign Language Studies                    <div class=\"program-degree size-h3 uwm-u-mt-20\">Undergraduate Certificate<\/div>\n            <\/h1>\n<\/header>\n  \n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"lead-in\">51ÁÔÆæ&#8217;s Undergraduate Certificate in American Sign Language Studies invites you to expand your world through language, culture, and community. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"default\">Designed for students eager to make meaningful connections, this program builds your ASL fluency, cultural understanding and empowers connections and advocacy with Deaf communities. Whether your path leads to healthcare, education, social services, or beyond, this certificate prepares you to champion inclusion, and create meaningful impact.<\/p>\n\n\n    <div id=\"program-details-jump\">\n        <a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--s\" href=\"#program-details\" rel=\"\">Jump to Program Details <i class=\"uwm-u-pl-10 fa-solid fa-arrow-down\"><\/i><\/a>\n    <\/div>\n\n    \n\n\n    <div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-u-mt-50\">\n                    <div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n                <h2 class=\"size-h6 uwm-u-my-10 uwm-u-pt-10 uwm-u-border--top\">Program Type<\/h2>\n                <p class=\"size-h4 uwm-u-mt-0\">\n                    <strong>Undergraduate Certificate<\/strong>\n                <\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        \n                    <div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-offset--2\">\n                <h2 class=\"size-h6 uwm-u-my-10 uwm-u-pt-10 uwm-u-border--top\">Program Format<\/h2>\n                <p class=\"size-h4 uwm-u-mt-0\">\n                    <strong>On Campus<\/strong>\n                <\/p>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"intro-sidebar\" class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--4 uwm-l-offset--1\">\n\n        <div class=\"uwm-mini-rfi uwm-p-card uwm-p-card--gold uwm-p-card--shadow\">\n            <div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\">\n                <div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">\n                    <div class=\"uwm-p-card--title\">Request Information<\/div>\n                    <div id='form_2b731d16-3d73-4290-b0e2-2d47b3995d54'>Loading&#8230;<\/div>                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        \n\n<div class=\"uwm-u-flex uwm-u-flex--wrap uwm-u-flex--left uwm-u-mt-40\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--outline uwm-u-mr-20 uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/apply\" rel=\"\">Apply Now<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--outline uwm-u-mr-20 uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cost-aid\" rel=\"\">Cost<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n<script async='async' src='https:\/\/admissions.uwm.edu\/register\/?id=2b731d16-3d73-4290-b0e2-2d47b3995d54&amp;output=embed&#038;div=form_2b731d16-3d73-4290-b0e2-2d47b3995d54'>\/**\/<\/script>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n\n\t    <section id=\"program-highlights\" class=\"uwm-u-py-80 uwm-bg-gray-dark\">\n        <div class=\"uwm-l-container--base\">\n        \n\n<div id=\"program-highlights-content-image\" class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading heading-separator-short\" id=\"h-why-choose-the-asl-studies-certificate\">Why Choose the ASL Studies Certificate?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Learn from experts and native ASL users<\/strong> \u2013 Gain high-quality, immersive instruction from experienced faculty who bring lived and professional expertise in Deaf culture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Experience community-connected learning<\/strong> \u2013 Engage in fieldwork and internships through 51ÁÔÆæ\u2019s partnerships with local Deaf and Hard of Hearing organizations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Build cultural competence that enhances any career<\/strong> \u2013 Strengthen your ability to work inclusively across professions\u2014from education and healthcare to business and social services.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--6 uwm-l-offset--1\">    <figure class=\"default\">\n                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" \n                class=\"wp-image-12216\" \n                src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/615\/2025\/10\/group-of-5-smiling-asl-instrutors-standing-outside-of-the-asl-enrichment-center.jpg\" \n                alt=\"Group of 5 ASL Instructors standing outside of the ASL Enrichment Center. Smiling at the camera.\" \n srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/615\/2025\/10\/group-of-5-smiling-asl-instrutors-standing-outside-of-the-asl-enrichment-center.jpg 750w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/615\/2025\/10\/group-of-5-smiling-asl-instrutors-standing-outside-of-the-asl-enrichment-center-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/>\n                                <figcaption>ASL Studies instructors and staff celebrating the grand opening of the ASL Enrichment Center. (L to R: Ryne Thorne, Catherine J. Giuntoli-DuBois, Sunny Brysch, Nouri marrakchi, Erin Wiggins)<\/figcaption>\n                <\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n\n\n<section id=\"program-details\" class=\"uwm-u-py-80\">\n    <div class=\"uwm-l-container--base\">\n        \n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div id=\"details-main\" class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-tabs\" data-tabs-prefix-class=\"uwm-p-tabs\"><ul class=\"uwm-p-tablist\" data-hx=\"h2\"><li class=\"uwm-p-tablist--item\"><a href=\"#tab-bsi8-about\" class=\"uwm-p-tablist--link\">About<\/a><\/li><li class=\"uwm-p-tablist--item\"><a href=\"#tab-bsi8-curriculum\" class=\"uwm-p-tablist--link\">Curriculum<\/a><\/li><li class=\"uwm-p-tablist--item\"><a href=\"#tab-bsi8-faculty\" class=\"uwm-p-tablist--link\">Faculty<\/a><\/li><\/ul><div class=\"uwm-p-tabcontent\">\n<div id=\"tab-bsi8-about\" class=\"uwm-p-tabcontent--pane\">\n<p>The Undergraduate Certificate in American Sign Language Studies offers more than language instruction\u2014it\u2019s an invitation to explore a vibrant culture and deepen your ability to connect. Guided by native ASL users, students build linguistic fluency and cultural understanding to communicate authentically with Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Deaf-Blind, and Deaf-disabled individuals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-you-ll-learn\">What You&#8217;ll Learn<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This 12-credit certificate builds a strong foundation in American Sign Language, helping students develop vocabulary, apply grammatical structures, and engage in meaningful conversations. You\u2019ll learn to understand ASL narratives, use culturally appropriate communication strategies, and gain insight into the connections and distinctions between Deaf and hearing cultures\u2014all skills you can apply directly within your chosen field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-who-this-certificate-is-for\">Who This Certificate is For<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This program is ideal for students and professionals who want to enhance their ability to serve and connect with Deaf communities in their chosen fields. It\u2019s especially well-suited for those pursuing careers in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Healthcare<\/strong> \u2013 nurses, therapists, and counselors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Education<\/strong> \u2013 general and special educators, interpreters, and job coaches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Social and Human Services<\/strong> \u2013 social workers, community advocates, and nonprofit professionals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Business and Customer Service<\/strong> \u2013 professionals working directly with diverse clients and communities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Arts, Technology, and Beyond<\/strong> \u2013 artists, IT specialists, criminal justice professionals, and anyone passionate about inclusive communication<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<hr \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-related-programs\">Related Programs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/education\/academics\/asl-english-interpreting-bs\/\">Bachelor of Science in American Sign Language\/English Interpreting<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/education\/academics\/american-sign-language-studies-bs\/\">Bachelor of Science in Education: American Sign Language Studies<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"tab-bsi8-curriculum\" class=\"uwm-p-tabcontent--pane\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-program-requirements\">Program Requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The American Sign Language (ASL) Studies Undergraduate Certificate consists of 12 credits,<br>made up of 3 core courses and an elective. The program is designed to provide a foundational<br>understanding of ASL and Deaf culture, while maintaining flexibility for students to tailor<br>their studies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The certificate is open to all undergraduate students, as well as community members (<a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/undergrad-admission\/apply\/non-degree-guest\/\">51ÁÔÆæ Special Students<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-u-flex uwm-u-flex--wrap uwm-u-flex--left\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--outline uwm-u-mr-20 uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/community-engagement-professions\/education\/teaching-learning\/american-sign-language-studies-undergraduate-certificate\/#requirementstext\" rel=\"\">View Requirements<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"tab-bsi8-faculty\" class=\"uwm-p-tabcontent--pane\"><div class=\"facetwp-template\"><div id=\"uwmpeople-container\" class=\"uwmpeople-grid\"><div id=\"uwmpeople-grid\" class=\"uwm-l-grid uwm-l-grid--1 uwm-u-mb-60\" aria-hidden=\"false\"><div class=\"uwmpeople-person uwm-l-grid uwm-u-mb-40\" data-catlist=\"32\"><div class=\"people-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/education\/directory\/brysch-sunny\/\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"257\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/615\/2023\/01\/Brysch-Sunny-300x350-1-257x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"Sunny Brysch, Assistant Clinical Professor in Teaching and Learning.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/615\/2023\/01\/Brysch-Sunny-300x350-1-257x300.jpg 257w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/615\/2023\/01\/Brysch-Sunny-300x350-1.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 257px) 100vw, 257px\" \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"people-info\"><div class=\"people-name\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/education\/directory\/brysch-sunny\/\">Sunny  Brysch<\/a><\/strong><\/div><div class=\"uwm-u-my-0\"><ul class=\"people-title-dept uwm-c-list--cleanlist\"><li><strong>Assistant Clinical Professor<\/strong>, <em>Teaching and Learning<\/em><\/li><li><strong>Program Director<\/strong>, <em>American Sign Language Studies<\/em><\/li><\/ul><\/div><ul class=\"people-contact uwm-c-list--cleanlist\"><li class=\"people-email\"><a href=\"mailto:brysch@uwm.edu\">brysch@uwm.edu<\/a><\/li><li class=\"people-phone\"><a href=\"tel:4143720595\">414-372-0595<\/a><\/li><li class=\"people-location\">Enderis Hall 279<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><div class=\"uwmpeople-person uwm-l-grid uwm-u-mb-40\" data-catlist=\"32\"><div class=\"people-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/education\/directory\/giuntoli-dubois-catherine\/\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"257\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/615\/2023\/01\/Giuntoli-dubois_Catherine-300x350-1-257x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"Catherine J. Giuntoli-DuBois, Teaching Faculty II in Teaching and Learning.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/615\/2023\/01\/Giuntoli-dubois_Catherine-300x350-1-257x300.jpg 257w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/615\/2023\/01\/Giuntoli-dubois_Catherine-300x350-1.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 257px) 100vw, 257px\" \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"people-info\"><div class=\"people-name\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/education\/directory\/giuntoli-dubois-catherine\/\">Catherine J. Giuntoli-DuBois<\/a><\/strong><\/div><div class=\"uwm-u-my-0\"><ul class=\"people-title-dept uwm-c-list--cleanlist\"><li><strong>Teaching Faculty II<\/strong>, <em>Teaching and Learning<\/em><\/li><\/ul><\/div><ul class=\"people-contact uwm-c-list--cleanlist\"><li class=\"people-email\"><a href=\"mailto:giuntolc@uwm.edu\">giuntolc@uwm.edu<\/a><\/li><li class=\"people-location\">Enderis Hall 271<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><div class=\"uwmpeople-person uwm-l-grid uwm-u-mb-40\" data-catlist=\"32\"><div class=\"people-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/education\/directory\/marrakchi-nouri\/\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"257\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/615\/2023\/08\/Marrakchi-Nouri-300x350-updated-257x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"Nouri Marrakchi, Teaching Faculty I in Teaching and Learning\" 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