Frequently Asked Questions
We have compiled responses to some of the questions people often ask, such as, "Why do some students with cochlear implants request accommodations and others do not?" and "When do I need to hire a team of interpreters?" or "What is speech-to-text?" Find the answers to these questions and others on the Frequently Asked Questions Page and watch the site for new future FAQ's.
Upcoming Events
Regional Roundtable, Augustana College, Sioux Falls, SD
When: Fri Sep 19, 2008
2008 ACCESS-ed Conference: Universal Design in Higher Education and Beyond
When: Thu Sep 25, 2008
"Weaving Common Threads" conference
When: Sun Oct 5, 2008
Touch the Future/Transition and SERID 2008
When: Wed Oct 22, 2008
Clarke School for the Deaf 29th Annual Fall Conference on Mainstreaming Students with Hearing Loss
When: Thu Oct 23, 2008
HEAR Indiana conference
When: Fri Nov 14, 2008
"Addressing the Needs of Students Labeled Deaf and Low Functioning, At-Risk or Deafblind" Conference
When: Thu Nov 20, 2008
About PEPNet
PEPNet's national network of regional centers provides resources, information, in-service training, and expertise to enhance educational opportunities for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing and their families. We work with services providers in:
- Two- and Four-year Colleges
- Universities
- Secondary Education Programs
- Community Rehabilitation Programs
- Continuing Education Programs
- Adult Basic Education Programs
- Vocational and Technical Training Programs
To visit the webpage for your region click on your state or territory.
PEPNet-Midwest Website - PEPNet-Northeast Website - PEPNet-South Website - PEPNet-West Website
Featuring
PEPNet's iTransition is a series of four, online trainings created to assist students who are deaf or hard of hearing transition successfully from high school to postsecondary education or work. These trainings include activities that help students learn more about themselves, their career goals, and the skills they need to be successful in the postsecondary setting.
Testimonials
Lauren Kinast
Deaf/HH Services Coordinator
Services for Students with Disabilities
The University of Texas at Austin
"I have attended four PEPNet conferences and each time I have gone, I've come back with a "heavy set" of new information and knowledge to apply to my job or towards serving Deaf/HH students in the post-secondary environment...
