Elisabeth Zinser

Type: Person

As of November 2026, Elisabeth Zinser has been mentioned in one podcast episode on Radiolab (May 2025). Hearing educator chosen as Gallaudet president in 1988, triggering the Deaf President Now protest; later resigns amid pressure.

Educator; former university president (Gallaudet University, selected 1988) at Gallaudet University (appointed president in 1988; resigned shortly after) specializing in Higher education administration.

Elisabeth Zinser at a glance
Mentioned in1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026)
First heardMay 2025 on Radiolab
RoleEducator; former university president (Gallaudet University, selected 1988)
AffiliationGallaudet University (appointed president in 1988; resigned shortly after)

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Elisabeth Zinser came up; the most recent mention was May 2025 on Radiolab.