Hello from Chris Long – BSL Student in Preston, Lancashire!

[ChrisL]

Hi everyone,

I’m Chris Long, and I’m absolutely thrilled to join this fantastic BSL community! I’m currently studying BSL and Deaf Studies at the University of Lancashire, and I’m loving every step of this journey. I’m not Deaf, but I live with hearing loss and tinnitus, which has inspired me to learn BSL and connect more deeply with Deaf culture and communication.

I’m based in Lancashire and passionate about connecting with people through signing and building relationships in this vibrant community. I’m still early in my BSL learning, with lots to discover, and I’m excited to learn from all of you. Fun fact: I’ve got about 20 hours of experience flying microlight aircraft, which is as exhilarating as mastering a new BSL sign!

I’d love to hear from you all! What’s your favorite thing about BSL, or do you have any tips for a student like me balancing hearing loss and studies? Also, any Lancashire locals know of Deaf events or meetups I could join? Can’t wait to connect and share stories!

Best, Chris Long

 

[ChrisL]

Feel free to sign HI

[trevlin]

Hi Chris . Very jealous that you are at Preston doing the degree . I so wanted to do this when I was younger. I hope you enjoy the course and succeed in pursuing a career in Deaf awareness and language. 

[Batem4n]

Welcome to the forum, Chris! It's great that you're learning BSL! Is it the BA (Hons) in British Sign Language (BSL) and Deaf Studies course you're studying at University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)?