Triumph of the Spirit

Dr. Allen Sussman, retired Gallaudet University professor: "I believe very strongly that this is a very important event in our history. This history should be made part of all Deaf studies. This Deaf history should be taught in all schools for the deaf. Not just schools for the deaf but all mainstream programs too, from kindergarten up to graduate programs at colleges and universities. Not only that, it should be part of adult education programs because many Deaf adults need that too."

Tim Rarus, DPN student leader: "Why does America celebrate July 4th? Independence Day, the day when Americans succeeded in their dream for freedom from the British oppressors. Our own independence day is represented by DPN, the day that we got our freedom from the Gallaudet oppressors. DPN reminds us where we came from, it reminds us we can make a change, it reminds us that we can dream and make our dreams come true."

Phil Bravin, former Chairman, Gallaudet Board of Trustees: "DPN changed many things but most importantly it affected the self-esteem of Deaf people and the ability for us to decide our destinies. After DPN you saw Deaf people rising in their jobs and given new opportunities."

Matthew Moore, publisher of Deaf Life Magazine: "DPN was perhaps the most significant historical event of our time. As an event that changed our history, it remains unique. . . . We now have a generation of Deaf people who have no firsthand memory of DPN. This underscores the importance of maintaining our history, keeping it fresh and vivid, teaching, celebrating, and sharing it."

As the people above point out, the Deaf President Now (DPN) movement is a historical event that EVERYONE should read about. In Triumph of the Spirit: The DPN Chronicle, Dr. Ramos tells the inspiring story of this historical event. The DPN movement captured the world's attention and forever changed how the hearing world perceives Deaf people. Now, you too can be part of history as Dr. Ramos brings you into the students' world and lets you experience their struggles, heartaches, personal sacrifices, and thrill of victory.

About Dr. Ramos: As Chairman of the DPN Fund, Dr. Ramos had a first-hand experience of the DPN movement. In Triumph of the Spirit: The DPN Chronicle, Dr. Ramos tells the DPN story not just from his own eyes but from the students eyes and perspective. This is truly an inspirational book that will inspire hearing and Deaf people alike.

Said Dr. Robert G. Sanderson, Class of 1941, Trustee Emeritus, Gallaudet Board of Trustees: "I highly recommend it [Triumph of the Spirit: The DPN Chronicle] to anyone who is interested in the Gallaudet University Deaf President Now . . . . Gallaudet alumni will love it!”

Said Teresa Pope, ASL student: “What an inspirational book! As a hearing individual, I was thrilled to read a book that is so hearing friendly and emphasizes the importance of hearing and Deaf people working together. This is a message that everyone needs to learn about – hearing and Deaf. Thank you!”

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