Contact Information:
ASL/Interpreting
Paula Gajewski-Mickelson
651-690-6035

Students may choose to major in Interpreting or in ASL. A minor in ASL is also offered.

In the Interpreting concentration students develop a specialized ability to facilitate communication between Deaf people and hearing people. As an interpreter, graduates work in several settings including health care, education, rehabilitation, performing arts and business. The Interpreting major prepares graduates to sit for the national interpreting exams.

Students choosing the ASL concentration will study the language and culture of American Deaf people. These students may go on to work in the fields of linguistics, social work, education or theater. Many students may choose to double major (i.e., education, nursing, psychology, communication, theater) or pursue a master's degree in ASL or a related field.

All majors need to develop and maintain proficiency in ASL. To this end, courses with an ASL prefix are taught in American Sign Language, and students are encouraged to use ASL in community and campus events. Students are also encouraged to pursue a minor in Language Studies, or participate in a study abroad program to further their knowledge of language issues.

Interested in medical interpreting? The College of St. Catherine is the nation's healthcare interpreter education program. Click here for medical interpreting resources for students and interpreters.

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For information about the ASL/Interpreting Department contact Paula Gajewski-Mickelson at:
(651) 690-6035
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For admissions information you may also contact the Admissions Office at:
(651) 690-8649 or (800) 945-4599
Email: admissions@stkate.edu