Unlearning Audism Deaf Culture with Marcos Aguilar
Hybrid attendance (in-person & online)
September 23, 2024
3:00 PM - 4:15 PM
Location
Disability Cultural Center
Address
235 Behavioral Science Building, 1007 W. Harrison St., Select
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Join us in celebration of National (and International) Week of Deaf People! We are delighted to welcome Deaf educator Marcos Aguilar for a Deaf culture installment of our series, Unlearning Ableism: DCC Discussions. How can we begin unlearning audism? What is audism, and what are some things we should understand about Deaf culture?
Audience note: This event is for everyone! All are welcome.
Covid safety information:
UIC does not require masking, but we are continuing to mask indoors as an accessibility measure for sick/immunocompromised folks and those living interdependently with them. Please wear a mask!* We’ll have extras on hand.
*If masking conflicts with your access needs, please check in with us! We can work something out.
Access information:
This presentation will be given primarily in ASL, with interpreters voicing the presenter. CART (live captions) will be provided. Room 1-470 is located on the first floor and is physically accessible. Please skip the cologne or perfume to make this a fragrance reduced environment! Contact dcc@uic.edu or 312-355-7050 with questions or to make any other requests.
Co-sponsored by CASL (Club for American Sign Language)
About the presenter:
Marcos Aguilar (he/him), an avid adventurer, hails from Ecuador and moved to the United States around the age of seven. His thirst for knowledge is reflected in his educational pursuits, holding a Bachelor’s degree in Religious Studies from California State University, Northridge (CSUN) and a Master's in Sign Language Education (MASLED) from Gallaudet University. Spending around four to five years in Ecuador, he played a pivotal role in establishing the nation's inaugural Sign Language dictionary, demonstrating his commitment to enhancing the lives of Deaf communities.
Presently, Marcos Aguilar instructs American Sign Language (ASL) at Harper College in Palatine, Illinois, continuing his mission to uplift the quality of life within Deaf communities through education.
Image Description (flyer): “Unlearning Ableism” with ableism crossed out and replaced with “Audism” and “Deaf Culture with Marcos Aguilar” in bold black text. Below are details with a black, blue, pink, and orange De’Via mural in the background showing a large eye at the top. There’s a photo of Marcos Aguilar, a person with glasses and a short beard, who smiles at the camera. He’s wearing a beige beanie and a dark gray jacket. At the bottom is a logo for our co-sponsors, CASL, a circle with two hands making a heart shape with the index fingers and thumbs.
Date posted
Sep 16, 2024
Date updated
Sep 16, 2024