2024-2025 Chapter Leadership Summit Takeaways

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In August 2024, National NSSLHA hosted its second annual Chapter Leadership Summit, a virtual gathering for student leaders nationwide. This event provided a platform for students to forge connections, exchange ideas, and learn more about the programs offered by National NSSLHA. Participants explored strategies for membership recruitment and retention, emphasizing tailored activities and engaging initiatives like graduate school expos and career talks. The summit also…

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Student-to-Student: Attending Convention as a Grad Student

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As a graduate student in speech-language pathology at Auburn University, my decision to attend the 2023 ASHA Convention was driven by several key factors, especially as I was nearing my externship in acute care and exploring opportunities for clinical fellowships. I had heard that the ASHA Convention would provide valuable insights and resources for my forthcoming role in acute care. To stay informed about the…

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Top 6 Takeaways from Office Hours: Grad School Search and Applications

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On August 14, National NSSLHA held a virtual event for prospective speech-language pathology and audiology students. The event brought together students and professionals to discuss topics relevant to applying to graduate school. Watch the entire event below: 1. CSDCAS Application Process: Panelists emphasized the importance of thoroughly completing the CSDCAS application, including providing comprehensive details about academic history, relevant experiences, and a well-crafted personal statement….

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Building Bridges Abroad: A Fulbright Experience in Kosovo

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Intro On March 19, 2023, I was completing my clinical externship in Chicago, 2 months away from graduating with my master’s degree from the University of Iowa. I had been applying for speech-language pathology jobs and browsing apartment listings. That afternoon, after seeing my last client of the day, I received an email. I had been selected as a finalist for the U.S. Fulbright Program—specifically,…

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