ASL Meet Up:”Deaf President Now” Screening

Deaf and hard of hearing individuals, along with interpreters and ASL students are invited to a screening of Deaf President Now! Please bring your own dinner—we’ll provide the popcorn!

About the Film:

Deaf President Now! is a compelling documentary that chronicles the historic 1988 student protests at Gallaudet University, the world’s premier institution for Deaf and hard-of-hearing students. When the university’s board appointed a hearing president over two qualified Deaf candidates, students mobilized in an eight-day protest demanding authentic representation. Their efforts culminated in the appointment of Dr. I. King Jordan as Gallaudet’s first Deaf president, marking a significant milestone in civil rights and influencing the eventual passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act.