Voices of Change: Black Students in CSD

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Black professionals are underrepresented in audiology, speech-language pathology, and communication sciences and disorders (CSD), highlighting a need for greater diversity in the disciplines. Underrepresentation can affect access to culturally responsive care and inclusivity in the field. Black students who pursue careers in audiology and speech-language pathology often face unique challenges in their academic programs and must address systemic barriers in their education. As current students,…

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Top Takeaways from Office Hours: Clinical Fellowships and Externships

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Our recent Clinical Fellowship (CF) & Externship panel provided a wealth of knowledge and practical tips for students preparing to enter the clinical field. From researching opportunities to acing your resume and interview, here are the top takeaways from the discussion, sponsored by SPG Therapy & Education. Watch the full event below: 1. How to Research CFs and Externship Opportunities When it comes to finding…

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Stuttering Advocacy 101 for Future SLPs

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Stuttering is a highly stigmatized speech difference that many speech-language pathologists (SLPs) are uncomfortable working with—some are even uncomfortable using the word stuttering.As a person who stutters, I see this as a major knowledge gap in our field—a gap that harms the stuttering community. And as the profession of speech-language pathology continues to shift from “fixing” the client to addressing societal stigmas and supporting self-acceptance,…

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NSSLHA Roundup: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

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Welcome to this month’s NSSLHA Roundup, where we spotlight the impactful initiatives of our members as they build more inclusive and supportive communities on their campuses. This edition focuses on DEI events that are making a difference—from pride parades to sign language collaborations, inclusive games, and guest speaker events. Hear from four National NSSLHA members as they share the creative ways their chapters are fostering…

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