MJ Bienvenu
The Presenter
A native ASL signer, MJ Bienvenu received her BA in English and MA in Linguistics from Gallaudet in 1974 and 1983, respectively. She received her Ph.D. in Linguistics specializing in Lexicography from Union Institute and University in 2003. She worked at Gallaudet and is now a retired professor.
In addition to teaching, MJ has presented workshops and served as a plenary speaker on topics related to ASL, culture, interpretation, and Deaf people and various -isms. She is also one of the pioneers as a Deaf interpreter at major conferences and rallies. She once served as a board member of the CIT organization.
Workshop Description
This workshop will cover an introduction to the concept of semantics, discussion, examples, hands-on activities, and a question/answer period.
When
Saturday, May 18, 2024
9:00 pm - 4:00 pm CST
*The deadline to register is
May 15, 2024. No on-site registration will be accepted.
Where
IN PERSON
Affiliated Blind of Louisiana in Lafayette, LA
Daigle Hall
422 Cherry St. Lafayette, LA 70506
Who
Cost: Free to LA Residents
$50 for Non-Louisiana residents
$25 for Texas Residents
*Light Lunch included
LRID is an RID-approved CMP Sponsor for continuing education activities. This program is offered for 0.6 PS at the some content knowledge level.
RID CEUs have been requested.
Target audience: ASL/English interpreters; both Deaf and non-Deaf
This training will be presented in ASL only. Interpreters will not be provided.
Any other special requests must be received by May 1, 2024.
Workshop Objectives
Participants will be able to:
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analyze and discuss semantics
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recognize meaning and use the signs semantically
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demonstrate the use of data shown in the workshop
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answer questions regarding specific signs.
Other Information
To receive RID/BEI CEUS and/or Certificate of Attendance, participants must attend sessions in their entirety.
LRID is committed to diversity both within the organization and within the profession of sign language interpreting. We promote an environment of mutual respect and free from bias. LRID shall not discriminate in matters of membership or professional development attendance on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, or gender identity, hearing status, marital status, military status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.