Student Life Research List

Student life covers the parts of school beyond academics, including identity development, friendships, activities, and the setting itself. This reading list gathers research showing how those experiences shape the educational, social, and emotional outcomes of deaf and hard of hearing students, especially in language-rich, culturally affirming environments. Use it to ground student life planning in evidence, to guide programming and setting decisions, and to explain to colleagues and families why belonging and identity are not extras but central to student success.