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Lisalee Egbert

Adjunct Faculty

University of North Texas

Department of World Languages, Literatures, and Cultures

Email: lisalee.egbert@unt.edu

Education

  • PhD, Texas Woman's University, 2005
    Major: Reading Education

Professional Positions

    Academic - P-12

  • American Sign Language Instructor/Teacher, Teacher’s Assistant, Tripod School. Tripod School. (1993 - 1995).
  • Instructor/Teacher, Reverse Interpreter for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing, Fort Worth Independent School District. Fort Worth Independent School District. (1992 - 1993).

    • Academic - Post-Secondary

  • Assistant Professor & Coordinator, University of Texas at Arlington. University of Texas at Arlington. (2022 - Present).
  • Part-Time Faculty, California State University. California State University. (2018 - 2022).
  • Visiting Professor, McDaniel College. McDaniel College. (2019 - 2021).
  • Part Time Faculty, Towson University. Towson University. (2016 - 2017).
  • Professor, California State University. California State University. (2008 - 2015).
  • Adjunct Faculty, Sierra College. Sierra College. (2005 - 2013).
  • Coordinator, California State University. California State University. (2010 - 2011).
  • Part-Time Faculty, California State University. California State University. (2007 - 2008).
  • Faculty, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor. University of Mary Hardin-Baylor. (2002 - 2004).
  • Faculty, Texas Woman’s University. Texas Woman’s University. (1995 - 2001).
  • Faculty, Texas Woman’s University. Texas Woman’s University. (1995 - 2001).

    • Professional

  • Consultant, Registry of Interpreters of the Deaf (RID). Registry of Interpreters of the Deaf (RID). (2018 - 2020).
  • Part-Time Consultant, Two Little Hands Production: “Signing Time”. Two Little Hands Production: “Signing Time”. (2014 - 2016).
  • Consultant, Stanford University. Stanford University. (2014 - 2015).

Development Activities

  • Other (MODL Faculty: ACTFL-facilitated workshops), McDowell Center for Global Studies STARTALK programs, McDowell Center for Global Studies STARTALK programs: ACTFL-facilitated workshops. (February 2024).
  • Other (Mentorship Training), Using EIPA Scores to Mentor Interpreters: A Workshop for Deaf Mentors, Mdk12terps Educational Interpreter Workshops And Diversity Academy for Interpreters. Maryland ,. (March 2023).
  • Self-Study Program, Writing Effective Student Learning Outcomes, UTA: Home CENTER FOR RESEARCH ON TEACHING AND LEARNING EXCELLENCE. (March 2023).
  • Self-Study Program, Fundamentals of Teaching and Learning Practices, UTA: CENTER FOR RESEARCH ON TEACHING AND LEARNING EXCELLENCE. (September 2022 - March 2023).
  • Self-Study Program (Canvas Classroom Course), New Faculty Development Series: The Canvas Classroom, Faculty Affairs. (September 2022 - February 2023).
  • Other (Department training), Avant Proficiency Assessment Presentation, (September 2022 - 2022).
  • Self-Study Program, TCP-EMP-FAC Knowledge Service, (October 2022 - 2022).
  • Workshop, Effective Teaching Practices in the Language Classroom - Examples from ACUE, (November 2022 - 2022).
  • Workshop (Department), Workshop: Student Learning Outcome Project, (December 2022 - 2022).
  • Self-Study Program (Canvas Course), NECT New Employee Compliance Training, (September 2022 - October 2022).

Teaching

Teaching Experience

    University of North Texas

  • SGNL 1010 - American Sign Language I, 5 courses.
  • SGNL 1020 - American Sign Language II, 1 course.
  • SGNL 2040 - American Sign Language III, 1 course.

Awards and Honors

  • Recognition for Exceptional Dedication and Positive Impact, Office of Student Affairs.
  • Recognition for Exceptional Dedication and Positive Impact, The University of Texas Arlington Division of Student Affairs.
  • BIPOC Mentor Interpreter for the Educational Interpreting Proficiency Assessment (EIPA) Scholarship, Diversity Academy for Interpreter (DAI).
  • Professional Learning Community Faculty Fellows Program, University of Arlington: Center of Research on Teaching and Learning Excellence.
  • Civic Engagement Award, Maryland’s Governor Office for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing.
  • Invited Blurb Author, My Life of Language by Dr. Paul W. Ogden.
  • Associate Editor, The International Journal of Literacies.
  • Invited Blurb Author: Back Cover, The Silent Garden 3rd Ed. by Drs. Paul W. Ogden and Dave Smith.
  • Associate Editor, The International Journal of Learner Diversity and Identities.
  • Associate Editor, The International Journal of Learning: Annual Review.
  • Associate Editor, The International Journal of Pedagogy and Curriculum.
  • Associate Editor, The International Journal of Sport and Society.
  • Associate Editor, The International Journal Critical Cultural Studies.
  • Outstanding Faculty Advisor Finalist, California State University, Sacramento’s 2014 Leadership Awards.
  • Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges: Alumni Edition, Texas Woman’s University.
  • Program Coordinator: Deaf Studies Area Group, CSUS.
  • Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers, Texas Woman’s University.
  • Outstanding Faculty Advisor: First Runner-up, CSUS.
  • Recognition for Community Service Award, NorCal Center for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing.
  • Certificate of Appreciation, City of Los Angeles.
  • Certificate of Recognition, California Legislature.
  • Commendation, County of Los Angeles.
  • Volunteer Service Award, California State University, Northridge.
  • Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers, Texas Woman’s University.
  • Graduate Award Recipient: Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges, Texas Woman’s University.
  • Mary Bryan and Tom C. Reitch Scholarship, Texas Woman’s University.
  • Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges, Texas Woman’s University.
  • Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers, Texas Woman’s University.
  • National Dean’s List, Texas Woman’s University.
  • Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers, Texas Woman’s University.
  • Associated Students Scholarship, California State University, Northridge.
  • Emblem Club Scholarship Foundation, Emblem Club Scholarship Foundation.
  • LaVonne Beyer Graduate Scholarship, LaVonne Beyer Graduate Scholarship.
  • National Center on Deafness Scholarship, National Center on Deafness Scholarship.
  • California State University, Northridge/National Center on Deafness Scholarship, California State University, Northridge/National Center on Deafness.
  • Hilda A. Beck Memorial Scholarship, Hilda A. Beck Memorial Scholarship.
  • National Dean’s List, California State University, Northridge.
  • Saddleback College Scholarship, Saddleback College.
  • Hilda A. Beck Memorial Scholarship, Saddleback College.

Research

Published Intellectual Contributions

    Book Review

  • Egbert, L.D. (2023). The Butterfly Cage By Rachel Zemach: We Are Done! It is Time!. San Jose, CA, Paper Angel Press: Unruly Voices. https://rachelzemach.com/book-review-dr-lisalee-egbert/
  • Cooper, S.B., Egbert, L.D. (2017). Book Review: Deaf Culture: Exploring Deaf Communities in the United States. 56 (6)
  • Egbert, L.D. (2016). Different Ways of Being.

    • Conference Proceeding

  • Hamliton, K., , L.D. (2023). The Misrepresentation of American Sign Language in Mainstream Film Media: A Call for Inclusion Repreparation. (Winter/Fall 2023) 27-36. https://deafchildren.org/knowledge-center/all-topics/endeavor-magazine/

    • Journal Article

  • LaMarr, T., Egbert, L.D. (2024). ASL Weather Signs. https://wordgathering.com/
  • Hinojoza Gandara, A.F., Egbert, L.D. (2024). Enhancing Deaf YES!. https://wordgathering.com/
  • Hamliton, K., , L.D. (2024). The Misrepresentation of American Sign Language and Deaf Culture in Mainstream Film Media. Volume 4 Arlington, https://doi.org/10.32855/globalinsight.2024.001
  • LaMarr, T., Egbert, L.D. (2023). Access and Equity in ASL Acquisition: Resources to Improve Early Access to Sign Language. Vol 23 68-73. https://clerccenter.gallaudet.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/ODYSSEY2023-FULLISSUE.pdf
  • LaMarr, T., Egbert, L.D. (2020). Hard Truths about Suspension and Social Justice: A Look at a School for Deaf Students.. 21 58--61. ERIC.
  • LaMarr, T., Egbert, L.D. (2019). The Importance of Quantity and Quality of ASL with Young Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children.. 20 66--69. ERIC.
  • Egbert, L.D. (2017). Is Silence Music to the Eye? A Review of Signed Music: A Symphonious Odyssey. SASL Journal. 1 (1) 96.
  • Egbert, L.D., Cripps, J. (2017). What type of Signed Music Should My Deaf Child Listen To?.
  • Egbert, L.D. (2017). Tools for Effective Psychiatric Treatment for Pediatric Patients With Hearing Loss.
  • Egbert, L.D., Marshall, J. (2015). Deaf Plus Resources: Supporting the Whole Family.
  • Egbert, L.D., LaMarr, T., Davenport, C., Hossler, T., Crace, J. (2014). From Research to Practice: Developing a Healthy Self-Theory.
  • Egbert, L.D., LaMarr, T., Hossler, T., Davenport, C., Crace, J. (2014). Meeting High Expectations: Healthy Thinking, Resiliency, and Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children.. 15 86--89. ERIC.
  • Egbert, L.D., LaMarr, T., Hossler, T., Davenport, C., Crace, J. (2014). Meeting High Expectations: Healthy Thinking, Resiliency, and Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children.. 15 86--89. ERIC.
  • Egbert, L.D., LaMarr, T., Davenport, C., Hossler, T., Crace, J. (2014). Self-Efficacy Among Deaf Children.
  • LaMarr, T., Egbert, L.D. (2013). Mistaking a Boot for a Fish: Can Deaf Children Read Minds?.
  • Ulrich, R., Egbert, L. (2013). Teaching Olympic Fencing to the Deaf: Identifying and Addressing a Gap in Teaching the Sport.. 3 (4)
  • Ulrich, R., Egbert, L. (2013). Teaching Olympic Fencing to the Deaf: Identifying and Addressing a Gap in Teaching the Sport.. 3 (4)
  • Hossler, T., Egbert, L.D., Bignell, M., Crace, J. (2013). With ASL and English your child CAN…Learn, Thrive, Succeed!.
  • Egbert, L.D. (2012). Building Literacy Through Schema and The Grand Canyon. American Society for Deaf Children.
  • Choate, A., Egbert, L.D. (2011). Personalized Learning: An Alternative Educational Option.
  • Choate, A., Egbert, L.D. (2011). Personalized Learning: An Alternative Educational Option.
  • Egbert, L.D. (2010). Nothing But the Best!.
  • Egbert, L.D. (2010). Powerful Parent Tools for the IEP Process. American Society for Deaf Children.
  • Egbert, L.D. (2010). My Journey in Deaf Education: Student, Teacher, Parent. American Society for Deaf Children.
  • Egbert, L.D., Dicus, D.L. (2009). Please and Thank You: Using Technology to Teach Literacy and Manners. American Society for Deaf Children.
  • Egbert, L.D. (2002). Is it time to rethink Reading Renaissance?. 5.
  • Egbert, L.D. (1997). Talking with Babies. 15.
  • Phillips, B.D. (1993). Cultural diversity in disasters: Sheltering, housing, and long-term recovery. International Journal of Mass Emergencies and Disasters. 11 (1) 101. International Sociological Association, International Research Committee on~….

    • Maryland State Legislation

  • Egbert, L.D., Morales , M. (2019). Co-Author: Maryland State Law: Enacted under Article II (8-601-606), Section 17(c) of Maryland Constitution – Volume V Chapter 742. SB0677/CH074. HB1384/CH0741.. Maryland,

    • Newspaper

  • Egbert, L.D. (2002). Is It Time to Rethink Reading Recovery?. McKinney,

    • eBook Contributor

  • Egbert, L.D. (2020). Native Americans in Texas: A Look at Four Texas Tribes Before the European Arrival. This eBook was created for the curriculum publish by the Texas School for the Deaf in alignment with state Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) requirements. The book was designed to target Deaf and Hard of Hearing students in the state of Texas who are in the 4th grade.. Arlington,

Presentations Given

    Keynote/Plenary Address

  • Egbert, L. (Author & Presenter), Language First, Social behavior: Foundations for Literacy Scaffolding Mind Reading Skills for Reading and Writing in Deaf and Hard of Hearing of all ages!, (2024).
  • Egbert, L. (Author & Presenter), Literacy: Creating Connections with Language, The Misrepresentation of American Sign Language in Mainstream Film Media: A Call for Inclusive Representation, The American Society for Deaf Children along with the Convention of American Instructors of the Deaf, South Carolina School for the Deaf and Blind, and the South Carolina Department of Education, Charleston, NC, (2023).
  • Egbert, L. (Author & Presenter), West Virginia State Deaf Education Conference, Ready, Read, Write: Culture is the KEY!, West Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind (WVSDB), Rommy, West Virginia, (2023).
  • Egbert, L. (Presenter), Illinois Teachers of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (ITDHH), Keynote Address, (2021).
  • Egbert, L. (Presenter), CalEd Conference, Self-Driven Motivation: A Positive Self-Theory and Life-Long Resiliency in Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children, Sacramento, CA, (2018).

    • Lecture

  • Egbert, L., Power, Privilege and Oppression: Impact on Interpreters, Collin College, (2025).
  • Egbert, L. (Author & Presenter), Statewide Conference for Education of the Deaf, Suspension: Long Term Language Desperation at Deaf Schools, Austin, Texas, (2024).
  • Egbert, L., Mainstreaming Deaf and Harding of Hearing Children: The Role of Deaf Summer Camps, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY, (2024).
  • Egbert, L. (Author & Presenter), Literacy: Creating Connections with Language, Social Development of Deaf Children: Reading and Literacy. Blending Theory of the Mind (ToM) with Reading and Writing, The American Society for Deaf Children along with the Convention of American Instructors of the Deaf, South Carolina School for the Deaf and Blind, and the South Carolina Department of Education, Charleston, NC, (2023).
  • Egbert, L. (Leader), West Virginia State Deaf Education Conference, Mind Reading - a Literacy Skill, West Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind (WVSDB), Rommy, West Virginia, (2023).
  • Egbert, L., Texas Statewide Conference on Education of the Deaf (SWCED), The Social And Linguistic Injustice of Suspension in Deaf Schools: Long Term Impact of Language Deprivation, Austin, Texas, (2023).
  • Egbert, L., Teaching Subjects through American Sign Language, Alone in the Mainstream: Deaf Camps, University of Rochester, (2023).
  • Egbert, L. (Author & Presenter), California State University Sacramento. Department of Recreation, Parks, and Tourism Administration: Inclusion Recreation & Recreation Therapy, Recreation and the Deaf Community: Let’s Play!, (2022).
  • Egbert, L. (Author & Presenter), American Sign Language Interpreter, Literacy Learning for DHH students: Bringing Research Theories in Classroom Practices, Golden Valley, MN, (2022).
  • Egbert, L. (Author & Presenter), University of Virginia. Department of ASL/Deaf Studies: Deaf Education, Camp Belong: Making a Home for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Mainstreamed Students, (2022).

    • Oral Presentation

  • Hamilton , K. (Author & Presenter), Egbert, L. (Author), The 4th Annual Symposium for Disability and Accessibility at Yale, The Misrepresentation of ASL and Deaf Culture in Mass Film Media, Yale University, (2025).
  • Egbert, L., Passport to Your Future, Worldview Cafe, Educational Service Center (ESC) Region XI: Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education, (2025).
  • Hamilton , K. (Author & Presenter), Egbert, L. (Author), Southwest Pop Culture Association Conference, The Misrepresentation of ASL and Deaf Culture in Mass Film Media, New Mexico, (2025).
  • Egbert, L., GLOBAL 3302 course, Topics in International Cultures and Civilizations: Accessibility and Public Healthcare Access in the United States, University of Texas at Arlington, (2024).
  • Egbert, L., MODL 2301: Introduction to World Languages, ASL & Deaf Studies Minor at UTA: Let's learn about it, (2024).
  • Egbert, L., STARTALK program: GLOBAL 3302, Topics in International Cultures and Civilizations, (2024).
  • Egbert, L., Deaf Culture: Make It Personal, Ball State University, (2023).
  • Egbert, L., Can Preschooler Read Minds?, Maryland School for the Deaf, Frederick, Maryland, (2023).
  • Michael-Makelfa, L. (Author & Presenter), Egbert, L. (Author & Presenter), The Biennial Cultural Constructions Conference: Creative Acts: Reimagining and Remaking the World, Intent Impact, & Institutions: Explorative Study on Microaggressions Experienced by BIPOC Students in Interpreting Education Programs: Creative Solutions to Address Change, University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, Texas, (2023).
  • Egbert, L. (Author & Presenter), California Educators for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (CalEd), The Social and Linguistic Injustice of Suspension in Deaf Schools, Burbank CA, (2022).
  • Egbert, L. (Author & Presenter), Trempus, A. (Presenter), National Deaf Education Conference, Theory to Practice: Fusing Online Learning with Research, National Association for the Deaf (NAD), Orlando, FL, (2022).
  • LaMarr, T. (Author & Presenter), Egbert, L. (Author & Presenter), National Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) conference, Black Deaf Students: Language Deprivation and Suspension, Cincinnati, Ohio, (2022).
  • LaMarr, T. (Presenter), Egbert, L. (Presenter), National Deaf Education Conference: NDEC Signs!, Suspension and Social Justice: A Glimpse at a Deaf School., National Association of the Deaf (NAD), (2021).
  • LaMarr, T. (Presenter), Egbert, L. (Presenter), Deaf Studies TODAY! Deaf Lives 360º digital conference, Language Deprivation and the Discipline of Black Deaf Students, Digital, (2021).
  • Egbert, L. (Presenter), Trempus, A. (Presenter), National Deaf Education Conference. NDEC Signs!, Theory of Mind and Deaf Students - Barriers and Solutions., National Association for the Deaf (NAD), (2020).
  • Egbert, L. (Presenter), Trempus, A. (Presenter), Statewide Conference for Education of the Deaf, Theory of Mind and Deaf Students - Barriers and Solutions., Corpus Christi, TX, (2020).
  • Egbert, L. (Presenter), Maryland Early Hearing Detection and Intervention, The Interplay of Deaf Culture, Language, and Literacy., Maryland Pediatric Association, Baltimore, MD, (2020).
  • Egbert, L. (Presenter), Iron Sharpens Iron: Fall 2019 Educational Interpreter Workshop, Theory to Practice: Impacting Educational Interpreter., Columbia, MD, (2019).
  • Olivia, G. (Presenter), Egbert, L. (Presenter), Haley, L. (Presenter), Trempus, A. (Presenter), Lancaster-Lebanon IU 13: Early Childhood and Special Education Services Professional Development Day, Alone in the Mainstream: Putting It All Together, Lancaster, PA, (2019).
  • Egbert, L. (Author & Presenter), American Society for Deaf Children Conference, Mistaking a Boot for a Fish: Can Deaf Children Read Minds?, Newark, DE, (2019).
  • Egbert, L. (Author & Presenter), LaMarr, T. (Author & Presenter), Maryland School for the Deaf: Teacher Training Presentation, Mistaking a Boot for a Fish: Can Deaf Children Read Minds?, Teacher Training Presentation, Salt Lake City, UT, (2018).
  • Kolb, R., Olivia, G., Egbert, L., Romo, T., Brooker-Rutowski, A., EHDI Conference, On Being A Parent: Horizontal and Vertical Identities, Denver, CO, (2018).
  • Egbert, L. (Presenter), Maryland School for the Deaf: Teacher Training Presentation, Theory of the Mind: Making Connections with Deaf and Hard of Hearing Readers, Maryland School for the Deaf, Columbia, MD, (2018).
  • Egbert, L. (Presenter), LaMarr, T. (Presenter), Maryland School for the Deaf: Teacher Training Presentation, Mistaking a Boot for a Fish: Can Deaf Children Read Minds?, Maryland School for the Deaf, Columbia, MD, (2015).
  • Egbert, L. (Presenter), LaMarr, T. (Presenter), Mistaking a Boot for a Fish: Can Deaf Children Read Minds?, Maryland School for the Deaf: Parent Group, Columbia, MD, (2015).
  • Egbert, L., LaMarr, T., Davenport, C., Hossler, T., Crace, J., Mount Aloysius College Interpreting Conference 2015, Watering the Roots of Self-Driven Motivation, a Positive Self-Theory and Life-Long Resiliency in Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children: An Educational Interpreters Role, Mount Aloysius College, (2015).
  • Egbert, L., LaMarr, T., Davenport, C., Hossler, T., Crace, J., American Society for Deaf Children Conference (ASDC), Watering the Roots of Self-Driven Motivation, a Positive Self-Theory and Life-Long Resiliency in Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children, Farmingham, MS, (2014).
  • Egbert, L., LaMarr, T., Davenport, C., Hossler, T., Crace, J., Deaf Studies TODAY! 2014,, Watering the Roots of Self-Driven Motivation, a Positive Self-Theory and Life-Long Resiliency in Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children, Orem UT, (2014).
  • Egbert, L., LaMarr, T., Davenport, C., Hossler, T., Crace, J., Early Hearing Detection & Intervention Conference, Watering the Roots of Self-Driven Motivation, a Positive Self-Theory and Life-Long Resiliency in Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children, Jacksonville, FL, (2014).
  • Egbert, L., LaMarr, T., Davenport, C., Hossler, T., Crace, J., 2014 International Symposium on Signed Language Interpretation and Translation Research at Gallaudet University, Watering the Roots of Self-Driven Motivation, a Positive Self-Theory and Life-Long Resiliency in Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children, Washington DC, (2014).
  • Egbert, L., LaMarr, T., Davenport, C., Hossler, T., Crace, J., Watering the Roots of Self-Driven Motivation, a Positive Self-Theory and Life-Long Resiliency in Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children, California Educators for the Deaf (Cal Ed), Sacramento, CA, (2014).
  • Schaller, S., Egbert, L., 19th Annual Multicultural Conference, A Call for ALL: Revolutionize Education Through Language Learning, Sacramento, CA, (2013).
  • Egbert, L., Dicus, D.L., Deaf Studies Today! Conference: Beyond Talk, Alliedship and How It Applies to the Field of Interpreting: Deaf Interpreting, Orem, Utah, (2012).
  • Egbert, L., Ulrich, R., Sport & Society Conference, Teaching Olympic Fencing to the Deaf: Identifying and Addressing a Gap in Teaching the Sport, Cambridge, UK, (2012).
  • Egbert, L., Brennan-Spalding, T., American Society for Deaf Children Conference, Literacy Begins with the Story: Bringing the Story to Life and Capturing the Child's Imagination … Let’s Motivate Them to READ!, Frederick, MD, (2011).
  • Egbert, L., American Society for Deaf Children Conference, 20 Powerful Tips for Empower Parents at the IEP Table, Frederick, MD, (2011).
  • Egbert, L., Wright, E., American Society for Deaf Children Conference, Supporting our Children with Literacy Technology, Frederick, MD, (2011).
  • Egbert, L., Wright, E., California Educators for the Deaf (Cal Ed) Conference, Supporting our Children with Literacy Technology, California Educators for the Deaf (Cal Ed), Long Beach, CA, (2011).
  • Egbert, L., Farnham, C., Registry of Interpreters of the Deaf (RID) Conference., Where Are We Going With This? Processing and Conveying Intent in K – 12 Settings, Atlanta, GA, (2011).
  • Egbert, L., Rose F. Spicola Forum in Reading, Values of “Storybook Telling” for Emergent Readers. Effective language tools for Young Readers, Texas Woman’s University, Denton, TX, (2011).
  • Egbert, L., Farnham, C., Where Are We Going With This? Processing and Conveying Intent in K – 12 Settings, Cal-Ed, Sacramento, CA, (2010).
  • Egbert, L., Ulrich, R., Deaf Studies TODAY Conference, Teaching Olympic Fencing to the Deaf: Identifying and Addressing a Gap in Teaching the Sport, Orem, UT, (2010).
  • Egbert, L., National KODA Family Conference, Literacy Interactions in CODA Homes: Being Aware of the Cultural Divide, Old Forge, NY, (2010).
  • Egbert, L., 16th Annual Multicultural Education Conference, Empowering Culturally Diverse Parents and Teachers of Differently-Abled Students, Sacramento, CA, (2009).
  • Egbert, L., American Society for Deaf Children Biannual Conference, How Deaf and Hearing Parents Facilitate Literacy in the Home, Sulphur, OK, (2009).
  • Egbert, L., Home Literacy with Deaf Children Through a Bilingual-Bicultural Lens, Cal – Ed, San Diego, CA, (2009).
  • Egbert, L., Farnham, C., Where Are We Going With This? Processing and Conveying Intent in K – 12 Settings, Cal-Ed, San Diego, CA, (2009).
  • Egbert, L., Effects on Home Literacy of Deaf Children of Deaf and Hearing Parents and the Implications on Interpreters, Grass Valley, CA, (2007).
  • Egbert, L., The Function of Hearing Dogs in our Community, Deaf Studies Information Night: A Celebration of our Deaf Culture and Language, Rocklin, CA, (2007).
  • Egbert, L., Literacy for Deaf English Users: A Bilingual-Bicultural Process., RID: Sacramento Valley Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (SaVRID), Sacramento, CA, (2006).
  • Phillips, B., Egbert, L., National Training Center on Vulnerable Populations: The National Weather Service., Jacksonville State University, Jacksonville, AL, (2002).
  • Egbert, L., Nemeth, G., Taliaferro-Barber, M., 2002 Reading Recovery/Early Literacy Conference, Facilitating Language and Literacy for Mainstream Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Students – PAH!, Texas Woman’s University, Denton, TX, (2002).
  • Egbert, L., Nemeth, G.M., Rose F. Spicola Forum in Reading at Texas Woman’s University, Signs of a Fabulous Readers’ Theatre. Effective reading instruction, Denton, TX, (2000).

    • Other

  • Egbert, L., Novic, S. (Panelist), Pacala, C. (Panelist), Salcido, E., Embry-Wright, K. (Coordinator/Organizer), Language First Student Ambassador Program: Parent Panel, Parenting and Advocacy, Language First, (2025).
  • Egbert, L. (Presenter), Fall 2025 Psychological Effects of Interpreting class, University of Kansas, Kansas, (2025).
  • Egbert, L. (Panelist), Exploring Deaf Identity, Culture, and Interpreting Experiences, Collin College, Plano, Texas, (2025).
  • Dycus, J. (Panelist), Olivas, C. (Panelist), Egbert, L. (Panelist), Whitsett, L.B. (Panelist), Mavs with Disabilities, Breaking Barriers: Disability Culture Then and Now at UTA, University of Texas at Arlington, (2024).
  • Egbert, L. (Moderator), West Virginia State Deaf Education Conference, Literacy for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children: Reading by the Age of 3, West Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind (WVSDB), Rommy, West Virginia, (2023).
  • Egbert, L. (Author & Presenter), Social Change Conference at the University of Texas at Arlington, Language Deprivation and the Discipline of Black Deaf Students, University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, (2023).
  • Egbert, L., Literacy Interactions in CODA Homes: Being Aware of the C/cultural Divide, National KODA Family, Washington D.C., (2008).
  • Egbert, L. (Coordinator/Organizer), Sierra College: Deaf Culture Panel Discussion, Rocklin, CA, (2006).

    • Paper

  • Egbert, L. (Author & Presenter), LaMarr, T. (Author), Shahzad, R. (Author), Chivers, M. (Author), International Deaf Academic & Research Conference, Suspension Impacts on Language for POC/BIPOC Students in Deaf School, Houston, Texas, (2025).
  • Egbert, L. (Author & Presenter), Hamilton, K. (Author & Presenter), Rains, M. (Author), International Deaf Academic & Research Conference, The Wicked World of Audism and a Glance at Deaf Gain: Parallels of Deaf Oppression and the Story of Oz, Houston, Texas, (2025).
  • Egbert, L. (Author & Presenter), Conference of Educational Administrators of Schools and Programs for the Deaf, Deaf Schools: Suspension and the Impact of Language Deprivation on Black Male Students, Spartanburg, SC, (2024).
  • Egbert, L., National Black Deaf Association (NBDA), Deaf Schools: Suspension and the Impact of Language Deprivation, Birmingham, Alabama, (2023).
  • Michael-Makelfa, L. (Author & Presenter), Egbert, L. (Author & Presenter), National Black Deaf Association National Conference, Intent Impact, & Institutions: Explorative Study on Microaggressions Experienced by BIPOC Students in Interpreting Education Programs, Birmingham, Alabama, (2023).
  • Egbert, L., American Association for Applied Linguistics Conference, Hands;” Utilizing Storybook Telling in a Unique Manner, Denver, CO, (2008).
  • Egbert, L., National Symposium on Childhood Deafness, Values of “Storybook Telling” for Young Children – Our Future Readers!, Sioux Falls, ND, (2001).

Artistic and Professional Performances and Exhibits

  • Other. Egbert, L., "Silent Discrimination", (2013 - 2013).
  • Other. Egbert, L., "The Life of Musical Chairs", The Life of Musical Chairs, (2012 - 2012).
  • Other. Egbert, L., "National Anthem Signer", (2009).
  • Other. Egbert, L., "National Anthem", Sacramento Kings Vs Dallas Mavericks Game, (2007).

Media Contributions

    Magazine

  • The Lone Star: Journal of the Texas School for the Deaf. (2024).
  • Psychiatry Advisor. (2017).

    • Newspaper

  • UTA Libraries Special Collections exhibit prompts reflections of history, tragedy of AIDS. (October 16, 2024).
  • UTA Libraries: A Brother’s Legacy: Honoring Kyle Lee Through the AIDS Memorial Quilt at UTA Libraries. (October 15, 2024).
  • UTA Shorthorn: Modern Languages introduces ASL and Deaf Studies minor. (August 2024).
  • UTA Shorthorn: Alumni, faculty, students reflect on disability culture at UTA. (April 2024).
  • UTA Shorthorn: MavTHAT ASL Club supports community with clothing swap. (April 2024).
  • UTA Shorthorn: All hands on deck for first ASL club at UTA. (April 2023).
  • Fort Worth Star Telegram: Being gay in North Texas: From beatings, shaming and condemnation to unity and pride. (October 2, 2022).
  • The Atlanta Journal-Constitution: ASL is awesome: How and where your child can learn sign language. (September 16, 2019).

    • Other

  • Documentary. (March 2025).
  • Chuck E. Cheese with the American Society for Deaf Children. (February 2025).
  • Documentary: World AIDS Day on Dec. 1 honors those who've died and live with HIV and AIDS. The 54-ton carpet carries that grief, commemorating those who have died and educating people about the disease’s continued impact.. (December 2024).
  • Music Video. (2012).

    • Radio

  • California State University Sacramento's KSSU radio station. (2009).
  • National Catholic Radio. (2009).

Service

Professional Service

  • Board of Advisors, Collin College. Plano, TX. (2025 - Present).
  • Board of Advisors, Office of the Texas Governor: Governor's Advisory Board. Austin, TEXAS. (April 2024 - Present).
  • Officer, President/Elect/Past, Deaf Catholic Advisor Board: Diocese of Fort Worth. Fort Worth, Texas. (2023 - Present).
  • Board of Advisors, San Antonio College. San Antonio, Texas. (2023 - Present).
  • Board of Advisors, Tarrant County College. Fort Worth, Texas. (2023 - Present).
  • Board of Advisors, Deaf Action Center (DAC). Dallas, Texas. (2022 - Present).
  • Board of Advisors, Camp Sol of the Deaf, Inc. Union City, NJ. (2021 - Present).