The official blog of the National Student Speech Language Hearing Association
Going through the CSD education process can feel daunting—whether you’re an undergrad, grad, or clinical fellow. But going through that process is so much easier when you have a mentor to guide you. Last Spring, I was completing my last semester of speech-language pathology prerequisites through Florida State University—all while grad school application season was approaching, the pandemic was in full-swing, and GRE exam stress…
Have you ever wanted something? Like, really really wanted something . . . but were unsure of how to attain it? Being a leader was something I always strove for but wasn’t confident about achieving. I finally decided I’d never know if I had what it took to be a leader unless I pushed myself outside of my comfort zone and actively pursued opportunities that…
For students working toward the achievement of the CCC-SLP or CCC-A, in a profession where only 8% of members and affiliates identify as minorities, and an even smaller number identifying as Black, the cultural disconnect within our field can lead to feelings of loneliness and uncertainty. Many Black CSD students seek a community that embraces, nurtures, and mentors its Black student members. The National Black…
As an online graduate student, mom of two young children, and past elementary school teacher, Jennifer Markiewicz isn’t what some would call a “traditional” student. But when she realized something was missing from her teaching career, nothing would stop her from changing course and reaching her dream to become an SLP. Quick Facts About Jennifer Currently pursuing SLP master’s degree at Emerson College Fulfilled post-baccalaureate…