 | Makenna is an entrepreneur from St. Paul, Minnesota. She discovered her passion for ASL in high school and continued her learning journey by enrolling in American Sign Language Interpreting program at Saint Paul College after graduating with her bachelor’s degree in journalism from Bethel University. She now has her American Sign Language Studies Certificate and runs her own Social Media Management business, Entirely Bonkers Media Co, which helps business owners tell their stories authentically online. Makenna is excited to be part of the Sign Language Blitz team and to use her expertise to help develop the platform. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, playing with her two cats, and visiting all the local coffee shops in the Twin Cities area. |
Makenna Cook / September 27th, 2024 
October is Audiology Awareness Month, a time to highlight the importance of hearing health and the critical role audiologists play, especially within the Deaf and hard-of-hearing communities. Effective communication is the foundation of connection, and understanding diverse methods, including American Sign Language (ASL), enriches our interactions and fosters inclusivity. The. . . + Read More
Makenna Cook / August 31st, 2024 
Hispanic Heritage Month is a time of celebration and appreciation for the rich tapestry of cultures, languages, and traditions that make up the Hispanic and Latin American world. One aspect of this diverse heritage that often goes unnoticed is the vibrant realm of Spanish and Latin American Sign Languages. Understanding. . . + Read More
Makenna Cook / July 31st, 2024 
In today’s society, the need for accessibility and support for the Deaf community is increasingly recognized. Among the innovative solutions that have emerged is the invaluable partnership between Deaf individuals and service dogs. Deaf service dogs play a vital role in bridging the communication gap, empowering Deaf individuals, and promoting. . . + Read More
Makenna Cook / July 31st, 2024 
American Sign Language is a beautiful language that is used by millions of Deaf people in America and Canada. It is a language that has been around for many years and continues to grow and change just like every other language. In this blog, I will be sharing some fun facts. . . + Read More
Makenna Cook / June 27th, 2024 There is a common misconception that American Sign Language Interpreters are just people who have a certain level of fluency in ASL which makes them eligible to interpret for any Deaf person on the street. The truth is, American Sign Language interpreters often have a degree in interpreting, studying the. . . + Read More
Makenna Cook / June 27th, 2024 
While the ton is buzzing with the excitement of a new season of Bridgerton, here at Sign Language Blitz we are thrilled for a whole other reason! More Deaf representation! This time specifically British Sign Language representation. Deaf actress Sophie Wooley, who plays Lady Stowell, acts alongside hard of hearing. . . + Read More
Makenna Cook / June 3rd, 2024 
Ayumi Hamasaki is a Japanese singer, songwriter, record producer, actress, model, spokesperson, and entrepreneur. She is considered one of the best selling Japanese solo artists of all time and is nicknamed the “Empress of Pop”. In the mid-2000, Ayumi Hamasaki started to gradually go deaf in her left ear. In. . . + Read More
Makenna Cook / April 29th, 2024 
Learning a new language should be fun. Practicing shouldn’t feel like a chore, because we all know that if it does, you’re not going to keep at it. On top of signing up for Sign Language Blitz, taking in-person classes, or going to Deaf events, there are other ways to. . . + Read More
Makenna Cook / February 22nd, 2024 
As I gazed out the airplane window across the beautiful Cascade Range mountains. I realized I’d never flown this far West. Going into the weekend I knew exactly what to expect, but at the same time I had no idea what to expect. As the plane landed and I walked. . . + Read More
Makenna Cook / January 19th, 2024 
The National Association of the Deaf has just announced the 2024 Super Bowl performers for Super Bowl LVIII. They are Daniel Durant, Anjel Piñero, and Shaheem Sanchez. Super Bowl LVIII will take place on February 11, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Academy Award winning actor Daniel Durant will perform the. . . + Read More
