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…
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Top Tips for Students Attending the 2024 ASHA Convention in Seattle
Attending the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Convention is an exciting and valuable experience for students pursuing a career in speech-language pathology and audiology. This year, the convention will be held in Seattle, Washington—offering a fantastic…
Supporting Indigenous Populations as Future Speech-Language Pathologists: Embracing Cultural Strengths and Practicing Cultural Humility
Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) work with a wide range of populations, including Indigenous communities—also identified as Native American, American Indian, and Alaska Native. This population holds a great amount of cultural, linguistic, and historical diversity, along…
Top Tips for First-Generation Students in CSD Programs
Entering college as a first-generation student can certainly be daunting at times. Being the first and only individual in my family to pursue an undergraduate degree straight after high school, I have lived the first-generation…