Kristyn
Stephenson
Interpretation and Translation
Philosophy Statement
Through dedication to accessibility, accuracy, cultural sensitivity, and forever ongoing education, I strive to facilitate communication, participating toward the goal of a world where people are empowered to be authentic and create meaningful connections in any language they choose.
Education
Aug 2020 - May 2024
Bachelor of Arts in American Sign Language Interpreting
from the University of Houston
Aug 2020 - May 2023
Minor in Classical Studies
from the University of Houston
My Research
2023 / DEC
University of Houston
I performed this research study as a Senior in the Interpretation and Translation (ASLI at the time) Program at the University of Houston in late 2023. I conducted a study on my research question:
"Does the Use of Mouth Morphemes (or Lack thereof) in American Sign Language Interpreting by L2 Hearing Interpreters Affect the Accuracy of the Interpretation?"
by researching current literature on the subject of mouth morphemes and their relationship with interpretation in comparison with videos of my own interpreting skill. The result of this study was evaluating and further understanding a skill I had made it a goal to improve throughout my time in the program based on feedback from professors, peers, and those in the Deaf community.