More info and registration linked in the flyer below. Hope to see you Thursday, May 28th 6:30–8:30 PM!
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Terp Talk & Networking Social — “Building Connections: Networking Across the Interpreter Career”
Join us Thursday, May 28th 6:30–8:30 PM for a workshop about networking and an opportunity to make new connections with colleagues.
WHO
Audience: Local & out-of-state Deaf & hearing ASL Interpreters over the age of 21.
Facilitator: Ryan Cowley, Ed.M
WHY
Overlapping with the ADARA conference visiting Utah this year, this event offers interpreters an opportunity to reflect on and strengthen networking skills that are vital to success in our service-based field. Participants will have space to build professional connections, engage with colleagues across experience levels, and connect with interpreters both locally and from across the country.
WHAT
This interactive workshop and networking event features a short facilitator-led presentation, structured networking activities, and opportunities to connect with interpreters across experience levels. The evening concludes with an optional open happy hour with local colleagues and attendees visiting for the ADARA conference.
The workshop and social hour will be conducted in ASL.
WHERE
Bewilder Brewing Co.
445 S 400 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
Free restaurant parking available; carpools encouraged.
Must be 21+ & have a valid, physical ID to enter.
WHEN
5/28 6:30–7:30 | Terp Talk Workshop
(ticket required for credit of .1 CEU)
5/28 7:30–8:30 | Open Networking Social
(ticket not required; credit not applicable)
HOW MUCH
Members: $0.00 w/ active UTRID Membership
Non-Members: $35.00
*registration required for credit*
🌷 REGISTRATION 🌷
Curriculum & Administrative Details
Description of Workshop
This discussion-based workshop explores how professional networking supports interpreter growth and the quality of services for consumers.
Participants will engage in a brief facilitator-led presentation followed by active networking practice in a structured environment to build and maintain professional connections.The majority of the session centers on real-time interaction, with opportunities to apply new approaches and reflect on their impact.
Following the workshop, participants are invited to an optional, open happy hour to connect with local colleagues and those visiting for the ADARA conference.
Learning Objectives
1. Participants will identify and practice ways to build and maintain professional connections.
2. Participants will describe how professional connections support interpreter growth and impact the quality of services for consumers.
Policies
Submit accommodation requests to president@utrid.org by 14 May 2026.
UTRID does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations.
Cancelations and returns policy viewable here.
Terp Talk – This Saturday! July 26th
TERP TALK – THIS SATURDAY! – Discussion facilitated by Tanner Vance
Register now — we are hoping for a headcount for food by Friday – https://utrid.com/category/events/
Cultivating Our Field in Utah to Root Deep & Branch Out: Reflecting on Personal Capacity for Community Connection and Everyday Leadership in Answering the Call to Contribute
July 26th – 9:30 am-11:00 pm
Bring your coffee. We will bring morning snacks!
Sanderson Deaf Center- Rooms B/C- 5709 South 1500 West Taylorsville, UT 84123
0.15 CEUs / 1.5 CEHs
Price- Members: $7 / Non- members: $37
*BEFORE THE TERP TALK* Please read or watch the ASL article – – https://streetleverage.com/2015/10/replenishing-sign-language-interpreting-extraction-exchange/
Terp Talk 7/26/25 – Reconnect, Collaborate, Grow
Terp Talk July 26
Purchase your ticket above!
TERP TALK – July 2025
Cultivating Our Field in Utah to Root Deep & Branch Out: Reflecting on Personal Capacity for Community Connection and Everyday Leadership in Answering the Call to Contribute
July 26th – 9:30 am-11:00 pm
Bring your coffee. We will bring morning snacks!
Sanderson Deaf Center- Rooms B/C- 5709 South 1500 West Taylorsville, UT 84123
0.15 CEUs / 1.5 CEHs
Price- Members: $7 / Non- members: $37
*BEFORE THE TERP TALK* Please read or watch the ASL article – – https://streetleverage.com/2015/10/replenishing-sign-language-interpreting-extraction-exchange/
Word of The Year
It’s time for Terp Talk 2023! Please join us for “Word of The Year” presented by Jes Nelson Julander, from 11:00a-1:00p on 1/28/23 located at Red Robin (316 W Winchester St. Murray, UT 84107)
January 28, 2023
11:00am- 1:00pm
316 W Winchester St. Murray, UT 84107
Discussion led by Jes Nelson Julander
We all have New Years resolutions, but how many of us really reach our goal? Choosing a word of the year is more specific and motivating. During this workshop, we will dive deep into discovering what you want to create, explore, and understand in your professional and personal lives for 2023, using one word as your guide for the upcoming year.
Jes is a leader that has been placed in and excelled in many different roles including teaching, corporate development, project management, implementation, mentoring, and leadership. American Sign Language master level interpreter, Analytical Skills, Editing, Public Speaking, and Corporate Communications. Jes is a strong business development professional with a Master of Professional Communication focused in Communication from Westminster College.
This Terp Talk will be presented in person at 316 W Winchester St. Murray, UT 84107. Individuals attending are responsible to pay for food individually.
Members: Free, Non-Members: $35
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 0.2 CEUs/2 CEHs at the little/none Content Knowledge Level. To request accommodations contact studentinvolvement.utrid@gmail.com. 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.
Terp Talk Save The Date!!
Workshop Announcement!!
Save the Date!!
Mark your calendars for Jan 28 11am-1pm for the first Terp Talk of 2023!
More details coming soon!!
Our 2022 UTRID Lineup
The UTRID Board met for our annual retreat on November 13th. We are pleased to announce the 2022 Theme and our tentative schedule for workshops, conferences, and other offerings in 2022. The Silent Weekend event and Annual Conference dates are reserved and you can mark your calendars for those two events!
For now, we are planning to host events virtually, through Zoom. When possible to host socially distanced workshops/conference/silent weekend, we will provide off-site streaming options unless otherwise noted. COVID-19 precautions and facility restrictions may require changes in date/time or delivery method.
The UTRID online calendar will also be updated regularly with specific details about each event. Keep an eye out here and in your inbox for all that is coming in the New Year!
2022 UTRID Theme: Together We Create Community
January 22nd, 9a-12p – PD Workshop (Virtual): “Fizzle or Flame” facilitated by Anita Nelson-Julander, Sarah Hemmert, and Teddi von Pingel. (Rescheduled from an earlier date)
February – Student Involvement Workshop: We Love our Students!
March – Terp Talk: The State of UTRID
April 28 – May 1st- Silent Weekend (Dates reserved)
One of the on-site workshops during this event will be streamed to off-site participants as a PD Workshop event. $ and Time/Topic will be advertised later.
May 4th – Interpreter Appreciation Day
June – Terp Talk
July – Terp Talk
August 4-6: Annual Conference (Dates reserved)
Our theme is “Level Up”. Call for presenters and call for logo design will be posted soon.
September – Student Involvement Workshop
October – Student Involvement Workshop and PD Workshop
November – Terp Talk / Sub for Santa Kickoff
December – Sub for Santa
2021 Terp Talks
Terp Talks are held on the Saturdays listed at 11:00a-1:00p and will be presented virtually via Zoom until further notice. When In Person Terp Talks are permitted, they will be hosted at varying locations in Salt Lake or Utah County. Individuals attending are responsible to pay for food individually.
Free for members $35/non-members
Feb 27th- Zoom- Cultivating Resilience through Self-care
June 12th- TBA – Ethical Adaptability in VRI Appointments
Oct 9th- TBA- Transforming the Face of Interpreting
Effective Learning Objectives
Learning and educational objectives serve three primary purposes. They provide:
Insight
Insight into the expected learning for potential participants. Learning objectives or outcomes should clearly describe what participants can expect to learn and how they can apply that learning to their work.
Guidance
Guidance to Facilitators/Instructors in the preparation and delivery of educational activities. Objectives help ensure that the activity remains focused and meets the appropriate level of instruction within the time available.
Information
Information for the Sponsor to determine whether an activity is appropriate for CEUs and to identify the applicable Content Level.
Additional Resources
For more information about developing learning objectives, review this issue of VIEWS and the resources provided by the University of Alaska.
Additional resources are available online for developing specific and measurable learning objectives.
From Workshop Proposals: Fizzle or Flame
The following resource provides additional guidance on developing effective learning objectives.
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