College & Career Programs for Deaf Students

This isn’t so much an article but rather a book, intended for high school, DHH students, that lists special programs and services offered in higher education institutions to DHH students across the nation.  Each institution includes a general description of the program and what career areas of study and special services are offered at that institution.  Rochester Institute of Technology and Gallaudet are listed first because they are national programs, meaning they must serve all DHH students.  Most other institutions accept on a state level, though they will accept out of state students as well.  The first thing I noticed was that neither Ohio State nor Bowling Green are listed.  They do include Columbus State Community College (located very near Ohio State), which is known for its sign language program and accreditation.  The second thing I noticed was that this was last updated in 2001.  I know that Ohio State began implementing ASL courses and a disability minor in 2003, so perhaps now, Ohio State would be on the list.  This is a very hand resource for DHH high school students to utilize, especially with its online, searchable database.

I wonder how prevalent this resource in DHH student communities, whether Lindsay would have found this website.  If she had used this website and realized that Ohio State was not listed, why would she still choose to go?  Perhaps it was the prestige, or her family had always gone there, or everyone in her town is a Buckeye fan.  Regardless, though Ohio State does not show up on this database, after continuing to search Ohio State’s website for signs of valuing DHH students, I have found that I do believe OSU provides many reasonable resources and services, so that Lindsay could still feel valued, learn, and be happy with her decision.  In 2006, OSU received recognition for its inclusive approach and resources offered by the Office of Disability Services.  There also appear to be many events and programs sponsored by the ASL club, as well as much support from DHH faculty and staff.

http://research.gallaudet.edu/ccg/index.html

http://oncampus.osu.edu/article.php?id=759