On March 10, American Sign Language Lecturer Kristi Dorris and her ASL 302 students hosted interpreting students from Idaho State University for a special session featuring Idaho State University Clinical Assistant Professor Steven Stubbs. During the session, students had the opportunity to observe and experience the interpreting process.
Steven Stubbs is one of only two Certified Deaf Interpreters in Idaho and has worked with Governor Brad Little for several years, including interpreting during the televised COVID-19 press briefings.
This collaborative session provided students with valuable insight into the interpreting profession and strengthened connections between ASL coursework and interpreter training programs. Idaho State University’s Interpreting Program is the only program of its kind in the state of Idaho.
In the past, several former Boise State students who completed an ASL minor went on to enroll in the Idaho State University Interpreting Program to earn their BA degree and pursue careers as ASL interpreters. Today, they are working as ASL interpreters in many places, including Idaho.