Staff and Commissioners

The Missouri Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing consists of nine members who are knowledgeable about issues related to hearing loss and who have demonstrated a commitment to the full participation of deaf and hard of hearing people in all aspects of community life. The governor appoints the members of the Commission.

 

To apply for the Commission: Commission Application

Clark Corogenes, Chair
Seat Reserved for Deaf & Hard of Hearing Member

Wendy Jensen
Seat Reserved for Local Public School Administration

Mike Kelley
Reserved for Deaf & Hard of Hearing Member

Tia Jenice Morris
Reserved for the Business Community

The Board for Certification of Interpreters (BCI) is composed of five members appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate. Two members must be deaf, two must be certified interpreters, and one can be either deaf or a certified interpreter.

The mission of the Board for Certification of Interpreters, is to protect the citizens of the state through the certification of interpreters. In addition, the Board wishes to increase the pool of interpreters, maintain the quality of interpreting services, and establish clear standards of professionalism in the profession.

 

Vacant, Chair
Seat Reserved for Deaf member

Mishely Tisius, Secretary
Seat Reserved for Deaf Member or Certified Interpreter

Vacant
Seat Reserved for MCDHH Executive Director