Gallaudet University 10th Anniversary of DPN: Free Live Gallaudet Via Satellite Teleconference Series:

Ten years ago the Deaf President Now Movement rocked the campus of Gallaudet University, and the deaf communities throughout the world. To commemorate the tenth anniversary of this pivotal movement in deaf history, Gallaudet University held a special-edition teleconference series, "Deaf President Now: The Next Millennium." Broadcast live via satellite from the campus of Gallaudet University and aired on three different dates throughout the spring of 1998, this educational and entertaining series was geared toward teenagers and young adults.

REACH FOR THE STARS: You CAN!
Held on Wednesday, February 11, 1998 from 1 - 2:30 p.m. EST
Gallaudet students Ann Lynn Smith and David Kurs, co-hosted this event with their guests Jamie Clark, the founder and president of Clark Internet Services, Inc., known as ClarkNet; and Eva Roque, research biologist at the National Institute of Health Dental Research Laboratory. This interactive talk show examined the current job market, the keys to a successful career, and what employers are really looking for in prospective employees. Pre-taped footage of Deaf and Hard of Hearing professionals at their job sites gave audience members a chance to see these "go-getters" in action.

"DEAF PRESIDENT NOW: The Pulse of the People"
Held on Friday, March 13, 1998 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. EST
During March 1988, a crowd roared "Deaf President Now" on the campus of Gallaudet Unviersity in Washington, D.C. When there was a lingering of doubt that a deaf person could lead the school, a campus revolution erased that doubt and resulted in the appointment of Gallaudet's first deaf president, Dr. I. King Jordan. This exclusive teleconference took place on the tenth anniversary of the day Dr. Jordan was appointed. Moderator Dwight Benedict, dynamic television personality who hosted Gallaudet's first teleconference celebrating the inauguration of President Jordan, introduced a diverse panel of guests, featuring members of Congress, media, private industry and deaf teenagers. Discussions covered topics including empowerment, advocacy, vocation and the DPN Movement's continued resonance in our world today.

"ACADEMIC SUPER BOWL"
Held on April 24, 1998 from 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. EST
The championship round of the 2nd Annual National Academic Bowl where regional competitors from the "Final Five" competed for the coveted national title was broadcast live. Challenging questions were drawn from categories such as history, geography, deaf studies, language and literature, mathematics and many more! As an added attraction, judges drew the name of one registered sites to answer a question in the bonus round for a chance at winning a prize. This exciting competition in which Deaf and Hard of Hearing high school students match wits, was hosted by Dr. Donalda K. Ammons,.

Live, interactive video and audio teleconferencing technology makes it possible for participants at sites around the country not only to "attend" these programs, but to participate as well. Questions and comments submitted via TTY, voice or fax reach the guest experts during the program, and their answers become part of the show. The teleconference was be transmitted in both C-and Ku-bands. Complete information on satellite were included in the guide provide to each site coordinator. This series was be brought to the public free of charge.

For more information on our programs and planning, visit our website at http://www.gallaudet.edu/~cceweb/disted/de.html