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The Maguire Welcome Center is a state-of-the-art, multimedia-enhanced welcome center that serves as a gateway to the Gallaudet University for thousands of visitors annually, including prospective students and their families.
Our Center’s construction was supported by generous donations from the Maguire Foundation, Philadelphia Insurance Companies, and its chairperson, James Maguire, Jr. The Maguire Foundation and James and Frances Maguire are long-time supporters of the deaf and hard of hearing community and Gallaudet.
Whether you are interested in undergraduate or graduate studies at Gallaudet, the best way to learn about us is to visit! Learn about our historical campus, academic programs, and financial aid, and see what Washington, D.C., offers! Undergraduate prospects, join us for an Open...
Thousands of prospective students, parents, professionals, school groups, American Sign Language classes, and others visit Gallaudet University annually. As the world's only university designed for deaf and hard of hearing students, Gallaudet attracts students and visitors from throughout the United States and worldwide. Visiting our...
Kellogg Conference Hotel (on-campus hotel) Choice Hotels Gallaudet Visitor Housing Marriott Courtyard Hyatt Place Washington DC/U.S. Capitol Hampton Inn Washington DC NoMa Union Station Homewood Suites by Hilton Washington DC NoMa Union Station Motel 6 Washington Hilton Campus Dining Cafés Kellogg Conference Hotel Bistro Union...
We enjoyed meeting with Kornelia Lucero, who shared how crucial Dr. Deborah McCaw was in helping ...
Kornelia Lucero
International Studies and...
We had a fascinating time learning about Jasmene Fuller’s personal journey. As a senior about to ...
Jasmene’s story
Senior | Social Work
We thoroughly enjoyed getting to know Keanu Herzig Wilcox, who has a clear and focused vision for...
Keanu’s story
Sophomore | Public Health...
We recently had the privilege of speaking with Leah Polk-Kaftan, a senior majoring in Art and Med...
Leah’s story
Art & Media Design | Educ...
We had the pleasure of speaking with Tye Lovato, a senior majoring in Deaf Studies and Social Wor...
Tye’s story
Deaf Studies & Social Wor...
Christine Gannon & Abbi Simons: These dedicated public health faculty members have been pivotal i...
Ciara’s Story
Public Health Major Junior
“She did not let me take the easy way out.” We felt inspired after connecting with Estelina, a se...
Estelina Kovacs
International Studies & G...
“Pushes Us to Think and Solve Problems” As a sophomore majoring in IT, Catelina appreciates the c...
Catelina’s Story
Information Technology So...
“Deep caring opens doors.” Zora Elliott-Mendelsohn: As an English major with minors in data scien...
Zora’s Story
English Junior
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