Draft:Regina Daniels (academic)
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Regina Daniels is a Black Deaf American educator, author, performer, and advocate for the Deaf community. She is the Program Director and Full Professor at North Central University in Minneapolis, where she leads the Carlstrom Interpreter Training Program. A pioneer in American Sign Language (ASL) education, Daniels is also known for her work as a Deaf interpreter in national events, her acting role in Jesus Film: Deaf Missions, and her authorship of A Silent Strength: A Black Deaf Woman’s Quest for Knowledge.
1. Early Life and Education
[edit]- Born: August 5, 1977
- Hometown: Minnesota, United States
- Bachelor's degree in Dance)[where?]
- Master’s degree in Performance Arts Management)[where?]
- Doctorate in Leadership in Education (Ed.D.)[where?]
2. Career
[edit]- Former ASL faculty at Columbia College Chicago
- Currently Full Professor and Program Director at North Central University
- Lead instructor of ASL in the Carlstrom Interpreter Training Program
- Experience includes teaching ASL Levels 1–4, Deaf History, Deaf Theater, and mentoring interpreting interns
- Provided interpreting services for major public events, including:
- The George Floyd memorial
- Vice President Kamala Harris’ 2020 DNC speech
3. Publications
[edit]- A Silent Strength: A Black Deaf Woman’s Quest for Knowledge (memoir)
- Raising a Star (fictional work in progress about a Deaf Black woman’s journey in faith, resilience, and success)
4. Performing Arts and Media
[edit]- Actress in Jesus Film: Deaf Missions
- Participated in Deaf theater performances and interpreter roles for stage productions
5. Speaking Engagements and Recognition
[edit]- Graduation keynote speaker at Metro Deaf School (2025)
- Featured speaker at Deaf Awaken 2024 conference
- Invited panelist and mentor at national ASL/interpreting conferences
6. Personal Life and Advocacy
[edit]- Advocates for representation of Black Deaf women and interpreters of color
- Promotes Christian values in education and leadership
- Lives in Minnesota and mentors Deaf students pursuing careers in interpreting and education