Deaf Studies

Deaf Studies

Welcome to the Deaf Studies Department

Welcome to Spring 2024!

Shari Tarver Behring

We are proud that the Michael D. Eisner College of Education remains one of the largest Colleges of Education in the CSU system, providing to our surrounding communities hundreds of outstanding new professionals in the fields of education, counseling, administration, and Deaf Studies. The Eisner College engages in transformative education and initiatives that put into practice our commitment to social justice, equity, access, and inclusion, and supporting the social-emotional well-being of university, school, and community members. I am grateful to our talented faculty, staff, alumni, and community partners, all instrumental in ensuring the excellence of our educational programs and community-serving centers. We have much to celebrate as we send forth our students to make positive contributions to our world!

Dean Shari Tarver Behring

Department Directory  

 Below please find contact information and resources. Should you need any assistance of any kind, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.

Deaf Studies General Information:

deaf.studies@csun.edu

Deaf Studies Advisement:

deaf.advisement@csun.edu

Faculty Office Hours & Contact Information

See the office hours (.pdf)

Permission Number Request:

https://www.csun.edu/eisner-education/deaf-studies/permission-number-request

Interpreter Education Program:

deaf.iep@csun.edu

Volunteer Interpreter Accommodations:

https://www.csun.edu/eisner-education/deaf-studies/requesting-student-volunteer-communication-services

Deaf Studies Association:

deafstudies.club@gmail.com

A&R Information—Current Students:

https://www.csun.edu/current-students

A&R Information—Prospective Students:

https://www.csun.edu/prospective-students

COVID-19 Information & Resources:

https://www.csun.edu/covid-19/covid-19-information-students

Deaf Studies News

Deaf Studies Hosts New Student Orientation

September 27, 2023

DSA Students with Hand Signs

The Department of Deaf Studies was excited to host the very first New Student Orientation Event for incoming first time freshman and transfer students on August 22, 2023. This event gave students the opportunity to meet Deaf Studies Faculty and Staff as well as learn about the department and what to expect as new students at CSUN. The orientation included an amazing alumni panel, students were able to take a tour of the University Library and attended presentations on advisement, career pathways and best research practices to have a successful journey here at CSUN! Read more

Introducing Lisa Hermatz

September 25, 2023

Lisa Hermatz

Lisa Hermatz, a member of the American Sign Language Teachers, has taught college level ASL for over 20 years for Pierce College & Glendale Community College. She is delighted to be joining the Deaf Studies family as an Assistant Professor here at California State University, Northridge after teaching as an adjunct for two years. Read more

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