Finding Community and Representation in CSD: Arab American Student Voices

Arab American Heritage Month takes place in April and celebrates the contributions and experiences of Arab Americans. This month, we’re highlighting Arab American CSD students Sumaya Albadani, Hadeel Shoaib, and Leila Mozeb. They share their backgrounds, advice for future students, ways programs can offer support, and their hopes for representation in speech-language pathology and audiology. Sumaya AlbadaniCSU Sacramento Hadeel ShoaibWayne State University Leila MozebCSU Sacramento…

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Top Takeaways from Office Hours: Audiology Externships

It’s natural to have a lot of questions when it comes to audiology externships — where to apply, how to stand out, and what to expect once they start. During National NSSLHA’s Office Hours event about audiology externships, panelists shared practical advice to help students feel more prepared for this important step in their training. Here are the top takeaways. Watch the full event: 1….

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From Aspiration to Action: Insights from the MSLP Class of 2025

Pictured above: ASHA MSLP Class of 2025 This month, we are honored to hear from four members of the ASHA MSLP Class of 2025. They will share how they first discovered the MSLP program, the leadership experiences that motivated them to apply, and how the program has shaped their professional growth. The MSLP, ASHA’s student leadership program cultivates a new generation of purpose-driven, action-oriented leaders…

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The 5 Ws Every Student Should Know Before Presenting at a Conference

One year ago, when a mentor asked if I wanted to join a conference proposal, my first reaction was fear. My mind was immediately filled with questions: What would I present about? Who would I present with? When would I start preparing—how far in advance? Where would I present? What benefits would presenting at a conference bring to my career? Was I even qualified to give…

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