The official blog of the National Student Speech Language Hearing Association
From being asked repeatedly if we speak Spanish based on our skin color, to being excluded from class discussion as the only minority, several of us doctoral students at the University of Kansas (KU) have experienced discrimination in our doctoral work. We know that many times, folks don’t know what to do to support diversity and inclusivity. So, we decided to host a community forum…
As a grad student, I’ve applied to my fair share of academic programs and jobs in the past. So, when it was time to start applying for externships last year, I had a pretty good idea of what to expect as far as my resume, cover letter, and letters of recommendation. But I had no clue what the rest of the process would be like—where…
Unlike Clinical Fellowships, externships are clinical practicum opportunities for both audiology and speech-language pathology students as part of their degree programs. For audiology students, externships should occur during their clinical doctorate program. Confused about completing an externship? Here are some of the most common questions we receive! Can ASHA Help Me Find an Externship? Externships are typically coordinated by CSD programs because contractual agreements are…
Right now, you’re probably stressing out about all the assignments you have due, or the fact that your grade isn’t an A. You’ve probably cried in the past week because you just feel—overloaded. Grad school isn’t easy, but take it from me, there are things you can do to have a better experience! Take Care of Yourself First I can’t tell you how many times…