Mark your calendars and join us August 6–8, 2026 for the UTRID State Conference where we will gather to grow, connect, and learn together.
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Rooted In Community: Deaf Centered Interpreting Through Connection And Collaboration
UTRID presents…
Rooted In Community: Deaf Centered Interpreting Through Connection And Collaboration
Workshop Description:
Interpreting is more than language. It is about connection, trust, and cultural understanding. In this workshop, a panel of Deaf and hard of hearing consumers will share their lived experiences working with interpreters in a variety of settings. Through conversation, participants will gain insight into what fosters effective collaboration and approaches to providing Deaf centered interpreting.
The UTRID theme this year, “Root Deep and Branch Out” invites interpreters to strengthen their foundational knowledge while expanding their skills and approaches to meet the diverse needs of the clients they serve. This session will encourage reflection on interpreter practices, cultural humility, and strategies for building authentic partnerships that support access and equity.
Event Details:
Sat. 2/28/2026 from 10 AM – 2 PM on Zoom
Registration:
Members: $45.00
Non-Members: $80.00
You must be logged in to your account with an active membership to see the member prices; follow this link to register.
Immersion Weekend Rapidly Approaching, please come.
Hello Colleagues,
We are rapidly approaching our immersion weekend in Bear Lake, only 25 days until we arrive at Bear Lake. Our wonderful colleagues on the UTRID board and Immersion Weekend Committee are volunteering their time, creativity and ingenuity to make this experience satisfy the needs of both our communities professional nourishing and growth, as well as our social and emotional nourishing and growth.
We have talked extensively about the challenges our community of interpreters are experiencing and the needs we have to know we are not alone. And to be surrounded by fellow interpreters and have live, real and, hopefully, meaningful connections. We know we can’t force that, but we can do our best to provide safe space, and a culture that supports connection with self-care and with each other.
We know the mansion offers unique spaces and challenges alike. We have done our best to mitigate the challenges (Hello, sleep spaces and our added individual options to counteract that). As well as leaning into the delights and play the large theater room, hot tub, pool and other amenities hopefully affords us all.
Although our kitchen isn’t mighty our food committee is, and we will have a smorgasbord of yummy things to enjoy. Including selections for a variety of dietary restrictions/options (make sure and list those in your registration).
We have discussed what we believe the current needs of our community are and tried to provide moments to treat yourself, including daily morning restorative yoga, and hopefully a few additional self-care moments and spaces.
We will also have workshops, including our keynote presenter Dr. Curt Radford. As well as a workshop facilitated by Clint Behunin–First Impressions: Improving Connections with Consumers (Honoring the work of Teddi von Pingel). Also, look for three more presenter announcements in our next email.
We are excited to offer out of the box activities focused on unique ELK development and brown bag discussions leaning towards diverse ways other professions and perspectives can extend to our own (For a list of the weekend’s scheduled activities see below).
For those of us who are nervous about fitting in and finding connection we will have activities set up that will allow natural engagement and give us all a place to start while intrepidly adventuring into new connections with colleagues and hopefully new friends.
It won’t be the same without you, please, register today for the most amazing experience. Come make your virtual connections live!
Immersion Weekend pricing:
| Shared Bed Options: | Registration Cost per person: |
| King (shared) | $400/person |
| Queen (shared) | $350/person |
| Sleep Alone Bed Options: | Registration Cost per person: |
| King (alone) | $570 |
| Queen (alone) | $480 |
| SOLD OUT Twin (alone) | $425 |
Registration includes: your sleeping accommodation choice, all of your meals and snacks*, up to 2.1 CEUs/ 21 CEHs, (pending approval from CMP) and incredible amenities including indoor pool, hot tub, theater room, sports court, lounge spaces, etc.
Note: parking is excessively limited; thus, we are unable to offer off-site sleeping arrangements.
If you need someone to share bed accommodations, check out our Instagram or Facebook post and comment to connect.
We can’t wait to be with you there,
The UTRID Board and Immersion Weekend UTRID Committee
UTRID Immersion Weekend 2025 May 15th -18th Bear Lake, Utah.
| Day One: | Day Two: | Day Three: | Day Four: | ||
| 7:00 | Yoga and Breakfast | Yoga and Breakfast | Breakfast | ||
| 9:00-12:00 | AM Workshop: Dr. Radford workshop | AM Workshop: Trenton Marsh sponsored by ASL COMM | Clean-up and checkout by 10am | ||
| 12:00-2:00 | Lunch & Learn/ Break | Lunch and Learn/Break | |||
| 2:00-5:00 | Afternoon Workshop:Teresa Edwards and Henri Grau workshop | Afternoon/PM Workshop: Davina and Steve Snow | |||
| 5:00-7:00 | Check in/shuttle to venue AT 6PM | Dinner & Learn/ Break | Dinner & Learn/ Break | ||
| 7:00-8:30/9:00 | In Memoriam: Teddy’s Work | PM Workshop/Games & Activities | PM Workshop: Davina and Steve Snow |
Final Day of Exclusive Registration for UTRID Members. Register Now and Reserve your Berth for the Social Event of the Season.
Dear Respected Compeer,
Begin your weekend safe in the knowledge you have reserved your berth at Immersion Weekend 2025 May 15th – 18th at Bear Lake. Early Bird pricing is currently applied, for a limited time. And reservations for other states commence Monday, February 24th.
It won’t be the same without you. Please, register today.
We can’t wait to be with you there,
The UTRID Board and Immersion Weekend UTRID Committee
Save the Date: Immersion Weekend 2025
SAVE THE DATE!
We’re thrilled to announce Immersion Weekend 2025, a transformative retreat for Deaf and Hearing Interpreters!
When: May 15–18, 2025
Where: Monster Mansion, Bear Lake
Join us for an unforgettable weekend of growth, connection, and community. This unique event is tailored for interpreters looking to deepen their skills, network with peers, and enjoy the stunning natural beauty of Bear Lake.
Get Involved!
We’re actively seeking passionate individuals to join our Planning Committee and help shape this incredible experience. Click here to express interest and get questions answered about volunteer opportunities:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnYXdbEL6m9cqWK0J2G0R8rRkoCftAvQ5jWzgTqYU1LaO8qA/viewform
📅 Mark your calendars and stay tuned for updates on registration and programming!
Feel free to reply with questions.
We Have A Winner! 2024 Conference Logo has been Chosen!
Have you seen our new UTRID Conference 2024 design? Isn’t it BEAUTIFUL!?
Congratulations to Jim Macedone for his design being chosen this year. Thank you to all others who submitted entries!
Remember to register! You have 19 days until the next price bump 
https://utrid.com/2024conference
August 8-10, 2024
16 CEUs
https://utrid.com/2024conference
Thank you to our sponsors:
Unlearning Interpreterese, Improving our ASL to English Interpreting PD Workshop 4/20/2024
As we make our way into Spring, let us take some time to brush up on our ASL to English skills shall we? Please join us for “Unlearning Interpreterese” presented by Cody Simonsen on Saturday April 20th, 2024 from 9:00am to 12:00pm located at Sanderson Community Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (5709 S 1500 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84123)
April 20, 2024
9:00am- 12:00pm
5709 S 1500 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84123
Presented by Cody Simonsen
Explore the art of ASL to English interpreting- sometimes known as “voicing”. Uncover and overcome habitual pitfalls in ASL to English work while mastering techniques for conveying true meaning. Dive into practical tips to expand your English vocabulary, empowering you to articulate concepts more effectively. Through interactive group activities, participants will practice and refine their skills in a collaborative environment. Whether you’re a seasoned interpreter or just starting, join us for an impactful session to elevate your proficiency, boost confidence, and deepen your ability to facilitate connection between consumers. This workshop is Deaf Interpreter friendly!
This Workshop will be presented in person at the Sanderson Community Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (5709 S 1500 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84123)
Members: $35, Non-Members: $70, Students: $10
Purchase your ticket (you must be logged into your member account to see the reduced price).
UTRID is an Approved RID CMP Sponsor for continuing education activities. This professional studies program is offered for 0.3 CEUs/3 CEHs at the little/none Content Knowledge Level. To request accommodations contact president@utrid.org. Click here to view UTRID cancellation/refund policies.
UTRID does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, disability, marital status, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations.
Your Input Wanted — 2024 Membership Survey
Follow this link to view in ASL.
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Hello, wonderful members of UTRID. Thank you for reading this post. My name is Tanner Vance, and I am the new president of UTRID.
UTRID’s purpose is to support you and the membership by providing professional development opportunities to benefit the Interpreting community and the deaf community as we enrich our professional abilities. The 2023–2025 board will soon gather for our annual board retreat, where we will plan for 2024, and we want to know your thoughts. We want your feedback regardless of whether you are Deaf, hearing, a certified interpreter, a novice interpreter, a student or CDI, or someone just starting your practice. We want your feedback, please.
UTRID has a history of impact throughout our state and is a recognized Affiliate Chapter nationally. The 2023 board wants to continue this legacy and growth, which requires your feedback. We believe striving to thrive is vital, and we do that as an organization by recognizing your needs (past, present, and future), how they have changed, and what new needs have become apparent so we can adapt our programming to benefit you. Before we can do this, however, we have to collect your input. This is where we ask for your help.
We’ve created a Google form, which is linked here. Filling the survey out will take about 10 to 15 minutes (15 max). The form will close in two weeks on Sat. November 11 at 10 PM. If you submit it before next Sat. November 4 at 10 PM, you may enter a three-winner prize drawing for a free ticket for the annual conference or a workshop next year. It will be a 2 1/2 day conference as opposed to last year’s 1 1/2 mini conference. It will be a fun-filled, excellent time!
I hope you can take the time to send in your thoughts. Your submission will be of value to us as we plan for next year, and you as our events can better match your needs. I look forward to reading your responses. Thank you and have a great day!
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UTRID Mini Conference 2023 Registration for Strive to Thrive: Revive Your Passion
Do you ever ask yourself…
“Do I enter assignments with the proper mindset?”
“Am I interpreting in the right settings?”
“Do I know how to encourage myself and others?”
“Do I practice empathy and see multiple perspectives in situations?”
We believe the quality of services and care for your consumers starts with getting in touch with YOU as the practitioner. That’s why this year we are bringing you an ultra affordable one-day conference. Join us for our UTRID business meeting and a day full of workshops to help us revive our passion for the profession of interpreting!
August 5, 2023
8:00am-6:15pm
at the Sanderson Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
$45 for members
$75 for non members
That’s .7 CEUs for the price of .5!
Don’t miss this amazing opportunity!
Presenters Include: Heather Beck, Tammy McFarland, Jenny Preece and Nicole Valcarce.
Continental Breakfast and Lunch provided
AND THE WINNERS ARE…
We want to thank everyone who responded to our Why survey and provided valuable insight and information about what makes you YOU as an interpreter! We have so many amazing individuals among us! It is now time to announce our winners of the one year UTRID membership extension!
Drum Roll please…..
Taylor Mousley and Chante Wilson!!!
Congratulations!
Again, thank you all for participating!
Call for Board Nominations: An Invitation to Strive to Thrive at UTRID
UTRID is now seeking nominations for 2023-2025 board positions. Do you know an interpreter who…
- …cares about our colleagues and consumers and is ready to give back to the Deaf and interpreter communities here in Utah?
- …wants to make a difference in the profession and their career?
- …loves to work with and learn from colleagues across specialties?
If any of the above descriptions seem like you or someone you know, please consider sending a nomination for a position listed below. (See nomination directions at the bottom of this bulletin.) Board positions will be voted into office during the annual UTRID Business Meeting on August 5th 2023.
Nominations are now open for the following positions:
- President
- The President shall have general supervision and direction of the business and affairs of the organization. The President shall preside at all meetings of the members and/or Directors and shall have such other powers and duties as may be prescribed, from time to time, by the Board of Directors or the members.
- The President shall appoint Committee Chairpersons with approval of the Board of Directors.
- The President shall share, with the Treasurer, the right to sign checks and warrants for the withdrawal of corporate funds.
- The President shall provide yearly reports to the membership regarding the actions of the Board of Directors, the financial status of the organization, activities of the committees and other activities of the organization.
- The President shall represent the organization at national and regional RID conferences, attending applicable business and organizational meetings. To aid in this responsibility, UTRID will either reimburse or schedule and pay directly for the President’s transportation, registration and accommodations, totaling up to 10% of the organization’s current account balance, but not to exceed $1500.
- The President shall provide an annual report and all other documentation to the RID National Representative in accordance with the RID Affiliate Chapter Requirements.
- Secretary
- The Secretary shall keep a full and accurate record of allproceedings of the Board of Directors and of the general membership meetings.
- The Secretary shall keep the seal of the corporation and affix it to such papers and instruments as may be required in the regular course of business and shall make service of such notices as may be necessary or proper.
- The Secretary shall supervise the keeping of the records of the organization.
- The Secretary shall perform other duties of the office as prescribed by the Board of Directors.
- MAL (Student Involvement Chair)
- The Student Involvement MAL is responsible for forming a committee to plan workshops and Student focused activities for the membership of UTRID.
- Members-at-Large shall act as liaisons to the Board ofDirectors from the membership, working directly with the membership assisting with the coordination of activities and communications within the organization.
- MAL (Immersion Camp Chair)
- The Immersion Camp Chair is responsible for forming a committee to plan and execute the bi-annual ASL Immersion Camp for certified interpreters only
- Members-at-Large shall act as liaisons to the Board of Directors from the membership, working directly with the membership assisting with the coordination of activities and communications within the organization.
- MAL (Public Relations)
- The Public Relations MAL is responsible for community outreach and communications to membership via Webpage and Social Media platforms.
- Members-at-Large shall act as liaisons to the Board of Directors from the membership, working directly with the membership assisting with the coordination of activities and communications within the organization.
Nominations are due Aug 5, 2023
- Click here to automatically compose an email nomination as outlined below.
- Email nominations to president@utrid.org. Email subject must read“2023 Board Nomination” and must include (1) the name of the individual being nominated, (2) the position for which they are being nominated, and (3) the nominee’s email address.
- Nominations may be made on the floor of the business meeting; individuals may decline a nomination.
- Questions? Email: president@utrid.org