Dr. Kimberly J. Hale
Assistant Professor of ASL-English Interpreting at Oklahoma State University
Welcome
My mission is to increase equity and access for Deaf and hard of hearing communities.
Therefore, my research focuses on advancing teaching and learning in ASL and Interpreting Studies, with a particular emphasis on faculty development and student outcomes in interpreter education programs.
As the director of the ATLAS Research Lab, I lead initiatives to improve educational practices and support for ASL and Interpreter Educators.
ATLAS Research Lab
Advancing Teaching, Learning in ASL & Interpreting Studies Research Lab
The ATLAS Lab is dedicated to investigating questions that inform practice and support for ASL and Interpreter Educators. Our goal is to support faculty well being while increasing student outcomes, increase ASL proficiency across various fields, and enhance the quality of ASL-English interpreting services provided by graduates of interpreting programs.
Recent Publications
Hale, K. (2024). Growing Identity Over a Decade: ASL-English Interpreter Education. International Journal of Interpreter Education, 15(1), 17–34.
Stevens, T., Hale, K., & Roush. D. (2022). Learning to read the room: Sociolinguistic course design for interactive interpretation. In R. Moreno & C. Villaescusa (Eds.), Interpreting in the classroom: Tools for teaching (pp. 79–99). Cordoba University Press.
Faculty Success Coaching
In addition to my academic work, I’m passionate about supporting faculty members in their professional development journey. To learn more about the courses, workshops, and services I offer, check out: FacultySuccessCoach.com