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American Sign Language Zone (ASL Zone)

 

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The American Sign Language Zone (ASL Zone) Living-Learning Community (LLC) is primarily for any first-year student who has experience with ASL and/or is a native ASL user, wants to learn more about ASL and/or is interested in the ASL, Deaf Education and Interpreting major(s) and/or minor(s) here at UNF. LLC participants will build connections with fellow students, faculty and staff. Students will not only be supported with their transition to UNF, they will also create bonds within 海角社区and the Jacksonville community.

Eligibility & Course Requirements

  • Complete the Housing Contract & LLC and Interest Housing Application
  • Be an active member of the community throughout the academic year
  • Enroll in an associated ASL/Interpreting course of the students choice 
  • Live in Osprey Cove the designated ASL community
  • Support/Attend Living-Learning Community events and programs

Program Objectives

As a member of the ASL Zone LLC, you will be:

  • Introduced to students with a passion for learning and practicing ASL
  • Engage with faculty in ASL related majors such as deaf studies, interpreting or deaf education
  • Involved with a community of students who share similar academic interests and professional goals
  • Immersed in an environment where students can have fun while establishing an identity with College of Education and Human Services and UNF

Upcoming Activities Include:

  • Weekly community hours
  • Silent Karaoke
  • Visits to the ASL Lab
  • Volunteer opportunities to ASL conferences

Campus Partners & Who to Contact:

The ASL Zone LLC is a partnership between the Department of Housing and Residence Life and the College of Education and Human Services

For questions, please email: livinglearning@unf.edu