Veronica Flatebo
Freelance Interpreter

By Christi Gibson / January 1, 2020

Independent Contract Interpreter I am new to Oklahoma having just moved here in January of 2023. I spent my first year working as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor for Deaf and Hard of Hearing, but returned to interpreting after a sabbatical at the end of 2023. Prior to that, I have worked as a freelance interpreter since my…

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Sydney Moore
Freelance Interpreter

By StephanieN / January 1, 2020

Independent Contract Interpreter Sydney graduated from Oklahoma State University – Oklahoma City in 2021 with her Associate in Applied Science in American Sign Language. After graduation, Sydney has obtained her QAST certification, III/III, but is continuing to work towards a higher certification. She has worked majority of her early career interpreting in education, but is excited…

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Susan Nelson
Freelance Deaf Interpreter

By Christi Gibson / January 1, 2020

Independent Contract Interpreter * Deaf since age 4, spinal meningitis. * Public school in Manhattan, KS * Cochlear Implant 1984 & 1990. * BA from East Central University in Ada, OK in Deaf Services * MA from University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, AR in IL/VR counseling with emphasis on Deafness * 16 years in field…

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Summer Coleman
Freelance Interpreter

By StephanieN / January 1, 2020

Independent Contract Interpreter Summer graduated with an Associates in Sign Language Interpreting from OSU-OKC in 2014 and has worked as an interpreter in a variety of settings since that time.  Since graduating Summer has continued to engage with the Deaf Community and language, while also refining interpreting skills by attending Deaf events, workshops and working with a mentor. …

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Stefan Matherson
Freelance Interpreter

By StephanieN / January 1, 2020

Independent Contract Interpreter Originally from Colorado, recently moved to Oklahoma, Stefan has nearly 10 years of experience in the Deaf community. He holds a BEI certification and is always looking to advance his knowledge and experience. His interpreting experience ranges from platform, medical, mental health, religious, to Video Relay Services, as well as VRI.

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Stacie Fuentes
Freelance Interpreter

By Christi Gibson / January 1, 2020

Independent Contract Interpreter I was first introduced to American Sign Language and the Deaf community during my elementary school years, where I grew up alongside Deaf peers. This early experience sparked a lifelong passion for Deaf education and communication access. I earned a Bachelor of Science in Deaf Education from the University of Science and…

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Sara Morgan
Freelance Interpreter

By Christi Gibson / January 1, 2020

Independent Contract Interpreter Sara graduated in 2019 with an associate’s degree in American Sign Language Interpreting from OSU-OKC and obtained her QAST certification at that time. Sara also earned an associate’s degree in emergency medical services in 2013. She recently graduated with a bachelor’s degree in ASL Interpreting from William Woods and has started working…

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Samuel Hall
Freelance Interpreter

By Christi Gibson / January 1, 2020

Independent Contract Interpreter Samuel grew up in Oklahoma and began learning ASL in college.  Since graduating from OSU-OKC in 2014 with an associate’s degree in ASL Interpreting, he has worked as an interpreter in a variety of settings including K-12 Education, Medical, Mental Health, Religious, Trainings, Community Events and his favorite — post-secondary.  Samuel works…

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Rhoda Smietanski
Freelance Interpreter

By StephanieN / January 1, 2020

Rhoda Smietanski M.A., NIC Independent Contract Interpreter Rhoda discovered her love of languages and cultures while living in Belgium for four years. She has been an ASL/English interpreter for fifteen years, and has been active in the Oklahoma Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf serving as parliamentarian, conference chair person, and vice president. She obtained…

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Ren Myers
Freelance Interpreter

By Christi Gibson / January 1, 2020

Independent Contract Interpreter Ren Myers is an interpreter based out of Stillwater, OK. They first became interested in Sign Language after taking classes in high school and then went on to pursue it in higher education. They are a graduate of Oklahoma State University, and they have a BA in American Sign Language Studies. Ren…

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