Jesse Saunders

I am always up for an adventure, whether it is hiking to Everest Base Camp, climbing mountains, or taking on a new role at work. I am currently teaching a full course load as well as directing both the Personal Discovery Program and Rock Climbing Gym.

For the Personal Discovery Program, which just celebrated its 45th anniversary, I am committed to collaborating with campus groups, outside organizations, and summer camps at Gallaudet to provide various activities that promote team building and learning through experiential and outdoor activities. I encourage anyone interested to reach out to me at jesse.saunders@gallaudet.edu.

I am a father of three children — one of whom is a current Gallaudet student — and I have been a part of the Gallaudet community since I first enrolled in 1998. I graduated in 2002 with a B.A. in History. After a few years of teaching in New Mexico and earning a master’s degree in Educational Leadership, I returned to Gallaudet to serve as Coordinator of Residence Education, and then became Manager of Youth Programs in 2012. I had the privilege of working with numerous middle and high school students, Gallaudet students, and summer camp attendees. I managed the Academic Bowl, Battle of the Books, and other youth competitions that provide K-12 deaf and hard of hearing students with opportunities to expand their knowledge and interact with peers.

I look forward to working with a new generation of Gallaudet students in my current position as a faculty member in the Physical Education and Recreation department.