This course introduces students to the language and culture of the Deaf community in the United States. Focus is on basic ASL linguistic concepts and vocabulary as well as Deaf culture behaviors, conversational strategies, history, and accommodations.

This course continues the introduction to the language and culture of the Deaf community in the United States begun in ASL 1. Focus is on ASL linguistic concepts and vocabulary as well as Deaf cultural behaviors, conversational strategies, history, and accommodations. Prerequisite: 201.

Students will utilize basic art vocabulary and concepts to explore the diversity, intent, and context of Deaf Visual and Performing Art. A variety of works and genres will be discussed with special focuses on DeVIA and music based performance art. No previous ASL or Deaf Studies experience required.