UNF Deaf Education

UNF Deaf Education UNF Deaf Education offers a Bachelor of Arts in Education, a minor, and a post-baccalaureate certifi The B.A.E.

in Deaf Education is a “comprehensive” program accredited by the Council on the Education of the Deaf (CED). Pre-service teachers must be prepared for the diverse nature of students who are deaf or hard of hearing (DHH). Our philosophy is to respect and address diversity within the field by ensuring that all graduates are well-prepared and equipped for the challenges of educating all students with

hearing loss. Pre-service teachers in the program will learn a comprehensive and balanced perspective of students’ varying communication modes (sign and/or listening and spoken language), language and academic proficiency levels, use of assistive hearing devices (hearing aids or cochlear implants), family dynamics, and culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Because these characteristics directly impact a child’s learning experiences, educational services, emotional development, and social interactions, it is of utmost importance that graduates of our program are experienced and adept in all of these aforementioned areas.

We officially kicked off Reading Buddies Fall 2026 this week. We love our partnership with Central Riverside Elementary ...
09/04/2026

We officially kicked off Reading Buddies Fall 2026 this week. We love our partnership with Central Riverside Elementary School. Not only do our teacher candidates get the opportunity to get clinical experience in a Total Communication program setting, but they also get the opportunity to benefit from the rich history of a neighborhood school that is over 100 years old. We have 4 seniors this year, and we can’t wait to see them grow and thrive in their last year of preparation. | ID: A selfie of Dr. K with 4 teacher candidates behind her in front of Central Riverside Elementary School, No. 18.

08/23/2026
08/23/2026

Happy 1 Year!

10 years ago today, we launched the BAE in Deaf Education, building on the 43 years of preparing TODHH’s at the graduate...
08/23/2026

10 years ago today, we launched the BAE in Deaf Education, building on the 43 years of preparing TODHH’s at the graduate level. We couldn’t be prouder of the BAE program that we have built or the 59 alumni who have graduated.

Do you recognize any faces in this photo? (Rollcall - Where are they now?!?)

The day we've all been waiting for is here! Today is the first day of the Fall 2016 semester - that means we are officially welcoming our first group of students to the brand new BAE in Deaf Education degree program! :-) Here we go!!!

This week Dr. K read First Day Jitters to the seniors in EHD 4290. Alumni, how was your first day? We were thinking of...
08/21/2026

This week Dr. K read First Day Jitters to the seniors in EHD 4290. Alumni, how was your first day? We were thinking of you and wishing you a wonderful first day and first week! | ID: A selfie of Dr. K posing with a children’s book.

We’re ready for the students to return and classes to start! 💕
08/13/2026

We’re ready for the students to return and classes to start! 💕

08/11/2026

New Illinois Law Targets Language Development Gaps For Deaf Children: The law establishes early language assessments for children who are deaf, hard of hearing or DeafBlind. The Bill was sponsored by state Rep. Michelle Mussman of Schaumburg.

Another spotlight on another alum! Congrats, Mikayla!
08/05/2026

Another spotlight on another alum! Congrats, Mikayla!

Welcome Mikayla Waters to FSDB!

Mikayla previously worked as an OPS Instructional Assistant at the Deaf Elementary School before securing a position as a 2nd Grade teacher at DES.

When asked what she is most excited about, Mikayla expressed her eagerness to continue getting to know the Lil' Dragons and everyone else she will be working with.

A fun fact is Mikayla enjoys scuba diving. One time, she even discovered an octopus hiding in a rock—how cool!

We are thrilled to have you here with us at FSDB!

07/23/2026

The Northern Ireland Sign Language Bill has received Royal Assent! This recognises both British and Irish Sign Language in Northern Irish Law.

The Bill represents Northern Ireland's commitment to preserve BSL and ISL. In addition, The Department for Communities has committed to provide free BSL and ISL classes for deaf people under 25 years of age, a transformational step for the deaf community.

The Bill represents real progress towards inclusion of the deaf community in Northern Ireland.

05/07/2026

This is SO VERY important. Please spread the word and take the time to provide comments to our government. Your voice matters, and our students need our advocacy.

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