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.

Stronger Together: Tips & Tricks for working as a TEAM — Emerging Interpreter Workshop

REGISTER HERE — We’re stronger together! 💪

Are you an ITP student or newer interpreter?
Are you wondering how to be an effective team?

🎉 Get ready for the FIRST UTRID Emerging Interpreters Workshop of 2026! 🎉

We’re thrilled to share what we’ve learned on our journey; come join us!

Here’re the details…
Stronger Together: Tips & Tricks for working as a TEAM
⏰ When: March 23rd, 7pm – 9pm
📌 Where: Deaf Center in Taylorsville – in-person only!
🤟 Presented in ASL; accommodations available by request.

REGISTER HERE — We’re stronger together! 💪

Virtual Workshop this Coming Weekend!

We’re hosting a panel of Deaf professionals who will share their perspectives on interpreting! What builds trust, what supports collaboration, and what they wish interpreters understood. Don’t miss this amazing opportunity!

This Saturday, 2/28/2026 from 10 AM – 2 PM on Zoom

Panelists:
Heather Aldridge
Jamila Hubbard
Ariana Kennedy
Austin Balaich
Martin Price

You must be logged in to your account with an active membership to see the member prices; follow this link to register.

 

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
Student/Emerging Interpreters: $10.00
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.

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.

 

 

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 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/

 

UTRID is Partnering with BYU for a Spooky fun Silent Weekend Workshop!

Come join us for opening night of BYU’s Silent Weekend! At the Wilkinson Student Center, Nov 8, 6-9pm. Y0u have several options to attend:

  1. You can come to just the workshop for free if you do not want any CEU/CEHs
  2. You can come to the workshop and the dinner for $8 if you do not want any CEU/CEHs
  3. You can come to the workshop, the dinner for $8 AND get CEU/CEHs (FILL OUT THE CEU/CEH FORM WHEN REGISTERING)
    • $5 for students
    • $25 for members
    • $60 for non-members
  4. You can come to just the workshop and get CEU/CEHs at the above pricing. (FILL OUT THE CEU/CEH FORM WHEN REGISTERING)

Register at this link with BYU (You must do this either way!): https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScWqSLCXDkHlY3s0CjbXyknjZZQ5MHdYkEY4yTUeMnA-sUFIQ/viewform

Register at this link if you want CEU/CEHs:  https://utrid.com/product/student-involvement-workshop/

See you there!!