The sign language workshop was incredible. We logged on and started with the basics. I already knew a couple of basic signs and the alphabet, but this was a great refresher. We then moved into more advanced language signs, including our majors. I am hearing impaired and remember taking sign language classes as a kid. Although I deal with my impairment well, it felt really empowering taking a sign language class. I also had a lot of fun and want to learn sign language fluently. When doing sign language, the emphasis on emotion is really important. Using my hands and face to express myself during the workshop is so different from when I am just talking in my normal day to day life. It really makes you think more about what you want to say so someone else when you are using sign language.  I really hope to get more involved with CUDAP because it seems like an awesome program and community.