HQ Function

Serves as the primary center for academic programs, research, administration, and student life. It is the global hub for deaf and hard of hearing education, research, and cultural enrichment.

Notable Features:

The campus is a designated National Historic Landmark District, featuring iconic buildings like Chapel Hall and College Hall. It incorporates DeafSpace architectural principles, optimizing environments for visual communication and signed languages. The Olmsted Green is a central feature.

Work Culture:

A unique bilingual environment (American Sign Language and English) fostering inclusivity, collaboration, and a strong sense of community. The culture is deeply rooted in Deaf culture and values, with a strong mission-driven focus on empowering deaf and hard of hearing individuals.

HQ Significance:

The historical and ongoing epicenter of higher education for deaf and hard of hearing individuals globally. It plays a crucial role in advancing Deaf studies, ASL linguistics, and deaf education research.

Values Reflected in HQ: The campus design and operations reflect values of accessibility, bilingualism (ASL and English), the celebration and advancement of Deaf culture, academic excellence, innovation, and strong community bonds.

Location:

Gallaudet University supports a global community through various initiatives. It attracts students and scholars from around the world, fosters international research collaborations, and offers training programs for educators and professionals working with deaf and hard of hearing individuals internationally. The university actively promotes American Sign Language, Deaf Studies, and best practices in deaf education on a global scale, often partnering with international organizations and educational institutions.

Street Address:

800 Florida Ave NE

City:

Washington

State/Province:

D.C.

Country:

USA