Cause of DPN
What was the primary cause that started the DPN movement?
The selection of a hearing president over Deaf presidents.
What University was DPN focused on?
Gallaudet University.
Who was the first Deaf President at Gallaudet University?
I. King Jordan
What year did DPN take place?
Year 1988.
What was the primary form of protesting during DPN?
Peaceful demonstrations and rallies.
Who was the hearing president selected by Gallaudet University leading to the DPN protest?
Elisabeth Zinser.
During DPN what was the main point of the movement?
That a Deaf President was appointed.
Who played a crucial role in organizing protests?
Gregory Hlibok
Who started DPN
Students, Staff, Faculty
What iconic symbol did protesters use during DPN to show unity?
Handshape V for victory.
They wanted a Deaf president after how many hearing Presidents
7 including Zinser
Who were the three final candidates considered for the presidency of Gallaudet?
Harvey Corson, Elisabeth Zinser, I. King Jordan.
What faculty member supported the protest and advocated for the appointment of a Deaf president?
Jerry Covell
When did DPN end
Ended March 14, 1988, when I. King Jordan was elected President
Besides peaceful demonstrations, what other tactics did they use?
They did sit-ins, blockades, occupying campus buildings.
What were some hardships of the DPN movement in the selection process?
Lack of rep for Deaf people and decision making.
Other than the students who else help support the protest?
Faculty and other members of Gallaudet University.
Who was offered special assistant to the president for institutional planning?
Elisabeth Zinser
How long did DPN last
One Week
How did the protesters use the media in their protests?
Protestors did media outlets, granting interviews, staging press conferences, and disturbing press releases to ensure widespread coverage for their needs, sadness, and anger.
How did electing a hearing president at Gallaudet violated Deaf people in leadership roles?
Affected Deaf cultural and linguistic identity, and equal roles in leadership for the deaf.
What demands did the protesters make?
The appointment of a deaf president, made Zinser get out and rebuilt the board of trustees to include the majority of Deaf members.
Who was the Chair of the Board of Trustees?
Harvey Corson
How old was Gallaudet University when DPN started
Age was 124 years old
What role did the protest tactics play in the DPN movement?
Civil disobedience, non violent resistance, defiance of authority.