Gallaudet University

05/28/2025

A Day to Remember

Gallaudet’s 155th Commencement on Friday, May 16, 2025, was unforgettable! The campus came alive with Bison pride as our graduates crossed the stage, each step reflecting their unstoppable spirit.

Relive the celebration and view more graduation memories here: https://gallaudet.edu/commencement/

Congratulations, Class of 2025 — your journey is just beginning and the world is ready for your brilliance!

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05/16/2025

Come watch and celebrate our students as they graduate!

05/16/2025

Come watch and celebrate our students as they graduate!

05/15/2025

Congratulations to the Class of 2025! As we prepare to celebrate another group of Bison grads tomorrow, we want to thank you for supporting our students and their scholarships. Check out our new Honor Roll of Donors to join us in celebrating everyone who made this special day possible. We couldn’t have done it without you!

https://gallaudet.edu/development/give/honor-roll-of-donors/

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05/14/2025

History came alive on campus at our Deaf President Now! screening — a powerful celebration of Deaf pride, activism, and community.

Catch the full story this Friday on Apple TV+!

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05/13/2025

Meet our Commencement 2025 Student Speakers!

Undergraduate Speaker: Aubrie Bauer

Government & History major, debater, world traveler, and proud MSSD + Gallaudet alum. Aubrie is passionate about politics, sharp wit, and her dog Mercedes.

We can’t wait to hear her story on stage!

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05/13/2025

Meet our Commencement 2025 Student Speakers!

Graduate Speaker: Lu Ming

M.S. in Accessible Human-Centered Computing. Inspired by the movie CODA, Lu came from China to Gallaudet to explore Deaf culture and accessible design. She’s now a researcher, tutor, and fierce advocate for equity.

We can’t wait to hear her story on stage!

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05/13/2025

Commencement 2025 Keynote Speakers & Honorees

We are honored to welcome Dr. Tom Humphries,'68 and G-'72 as this year’s undergraduate keynote speaker and honorary degree recipient.

A Gallaudet alum and scholar who coined the term audism, Dr. Humphries is a leader in Deaf cultural studies and bilingual education.

He will receive the Doctor of Humane Letters for his lifelong contributions to the Deaf community.

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05/13/2025

Commencement 2025 Keynote Speakers & Honorees

We are honored to welcome Dr. Carol Padden as this year’s graduate keynote speaker and honorary degree recipient.

A renowned linguist and Gallaudet trustee emerita, Dr. Padden will talk about the vital role that Gallaudet has played in shaping a vibrant and democratic society that includes Deaf people.

She will receive the Doctor of Humane Letters for her lifelong contributions to the Deaf community.

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05/08/2025

Gallaudet is excited to announce the launch of a groundbreaking video campaign in collaboration with The Coca-Cola Company on their 139th birthday.

In this campaign, they unveil a new corporate name sign for Coca-Cola, developed by four Gallaudet students after eight months of intensive research and community input.

This new name sign is featured in a reimagining of Coca-Cola’s iconic Hilltop commercial, with Gallaudet students, staff, and faculty signing in ASL. It’s more than a campaign. It’s a celebration of language, identity, and the leadership of Deaf creatives in shaping the future of inclusive branding.

https://gu.live/GallaudetxCocaCola

Coca-Cola

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05/08/2025

On Coca-Cola’s 139th birthday, Gallaudet University is proud to unveil a groundbreaking new video campaign—a first-of-its-kind collaboration between Gallaudet students and The Coca-Cola Company.

At the heart of it all? A brand-new ASL name sign for Coca-Cola—inspired by the brand’s iconic ribbon and deeply rooted in Deaf cultural expression.

Over eight months, our students worked closely with Coke’s team—guided by Gallaudet’s University Communications department—to blend linguistic research, community feedback, and visual storytelling into something powerful.

The result: a reimagining of Coca-Cola’s legendary Hilltop ad, this time in American Sign Language. It’s not just a campaign. It’s a celebration of identity, language, and the future of inclusive branding.

Happy Birthday, Coca-Cola!

Watch the campaign and learn more: https://gu.live/GallaudetxCocaCola



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05/06/2025

In this special episode of , new host Warren “Wawa” Snipe, ’94, sits down with the one who launched it all — Melissa Yingst, '00, the original host of the series.

Melissa reflects on what it meant to spotlight Deaf stories, her own path through Gallaudet, and why authentic representation still matters more than ever.

From hosting to mentoring, Melissa continues to shape the narrative — and now, she helps usher in a new era with Wawa at the helm.

Watch their full conversation and explore more stories at GU.live/IAmGallaudet