Interpreting Associate

BA, AAS

Education:

• Bachelor’s of Arts in Sociology

• Associate of Applied Science degree in American Sign Language Interpretation

Licensure/Permits:

• Ohio Department of Education Licensed Interpreter for the Hearing Impaired

Megan Anderson-Christian began working with the Deaf Community as a volunteer at Columbus Colony Elderly Care (CCEC), a care facility with a large percentage of Deaf residents, in 2010. In 2011 she became a state-tested nurse's aide and continued working at CCEC for several years. 

After graduating from Columbus State Community College with a degree in ASL/English Interpretation in 2014, she transitioned into an interpreting position at CCEC. She accredits much of her understanding and connection to the Deaf community to the relationships and growth she experienced while there. 

Megan is currently a co-editor for the Ohio Citizens for Deaf Cultures newsletter, "The Deaf Reader."

During her time as an ASL/English interpreter, Megan has gained experience in a wide variety of interpreting settings, including; medical, social services, business, government events, post-secondary, and religious services. She is experienced in platform interpreting, video interpreting (including VRS), Deafblind interpreting, and enjoys working with Deaf Interpreter teams.

Megan's daily goal is to make life a little easier for those around her. In the long run, she strives to contribute to the interpreting profession at large by helping others grow, via providing the support and tools necessary to succeed.