Directories
Gallaudet University
Who We Are
Our Work
Overview
News & Stories
Jan 19, 2026
Jan 16, 2026
Jan 15, 2026
Upcoming Events
January 21, 2026
January 22, 2026
University Wide Events
No Communication Compromises
Areas of Study
Schools
Programs
Changing the world
Research
Community & Innovation
Research Experiences & Services
Our Global Presence
Global at Home
Global Learning For All
Global Engagement
Your Journey Starts Here
Admissions
Financial Aid
Explore Our Campus
Connect
Discover
Influence
Popular Keywords
News
Departments
Projects
Information
Meet the Team
Publications
FAQs
Contact
GU
/
National Deaf Life Museum
Celebrating 150 Years!
GU Hall of Fame
Chapel Hall S400
(202) 250-2235
Email Us
The Gallaudet University Hall of Fame celebrates individuals who have made outstanding contributions that align with the University’s mission on a national or international scale. One of the oldest honors bestowed by the University, the Hall of Fame inducts people who are exemplars of service, stature, or achievement.
The Hall of Fame began as a small collection of memorials and grew over the years. Before 1980, 40 individuals were inducted. In conjunction with the University’s 150th anniversary in 2014, the Board of Trustees voted to revive the honor and inducted 14 new members. The University plans to induct up to two members each year thereafter.
Submit a nomination to the Gallaudet University Hall of Fame and honor individuals who have made significant contributions to the Deaf community and beyond.
The Gallaudet University Hall of Fame recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to deaf education, Gallaudet University, and/or the deaf and hard of hearing communities. The exact date of the origin of the Hall of Fame is not recorded. It began as a small...
Learn about Gallaudet’s admissions requirements, steps to apply, application deadlines and more at our Undergraduate Admissions page.
Accessibility is core to everything we do at Gallaudet. You see it in the quality of our interpreters and the design of our campus buildings. That philosophy extends to our costs and aid. We’re committed to ensuring students from all financial backgrounds are able to obtain a world-class education.
Placemaking Director