手语翻译是一个跨学科领域，将高度发达的美国手语和英语能力与语言学，解释，翻译和专业实践原则相结合。手语翻译专业为学生提供进入美国手语/英语口译领域所需的理论和实践知识。学生对自己的工作语言，对语言和文化分析的熟练程度以及发展相关和良好的专业实践所需的人际关系技巧充满信心。
Sign Language Interpreting is an interdisciplinary field that combines highly developed competency in American Sign Language and English with knowledge of linguistics, interpretation, translation and principles of professional practice. The Sign Language Interpreting concentration prepares students with the theoretical and practical knowledge needed to enter field of American Sign LanguageEnglish interpretation. Students develop confidence in their working languages, proficiency in linguistic and cultural analysis, and the interpersonal skills needed to develop a relevant and sound professional practice. For students who are interested in pursuing careers working with deafhard of hearing children or adults, the B.A. Deaf Studies degree will allow for a concentration in Deaf Education or Sign Language Interpreting.