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World Languages

ASL Faculty

Our faculty are highly-credentialed professionals in their respective fields. They serve in various leadership roles in their professional organizations and the community. National certifications are held through the American Sign Language Teachers Association and the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf.

Elke M. Weinbrenner, Associate Professor

eweinbre@harpercollege.edu

American Sign Language Studies Department Chair

Educational Background

Master of Science, Deaf Education, McDaniel College (formerly Western Maryland College),
Westminster, MD
Bachelor of Arts, English Literature, Gallaudet University, Washington, DC

Adjunct Faculty

Thomas Bruhn, Adjunct

Educational Background

Bachelor of Arts, Computer Science, Gallaudet University, Washington, DC

Terry A. Kohut, Adjunct

Educational Background

Master of Arts, Special Education, California State University, Northridge, CA
Bachelor of Arts, Drama, Gallaudet University, Washington, DC

Michael Stark, Adjunct

Educational Background

Bachelor of Arts, Art, California State University, Northridge, CA

Last Updated: 11/20/24