The official blog of the National Student Speech Language Hearing Association
Your ability to communicate is a gift, one that others may never receive. It’s a fundamental aspect of human beings. Think about that word—being. Our goals, our talents, our actions; all shape our being. Imagine if your being was dictated by a diagnosis; one in which others saw your symptoms before they saw your achievements. This was the reality of Chris Klein, an inspiring young…
After studying and working hard for years, graduating and becoming an SLP was one of the most exciting moments of my life! It was also really scary once I landed my first job and actually set foot in my new workplace, not to mention when I saw my first solo client. I thought I wasn’t going to be good enough and constantly worried that I…
As an undergraduate, I participated extensively in undergraduate research opportunities. Because of this, I knew early on that a PhD might be something I’d like to pursue. However, making the decision to actually apply to a PhD program was a lot harder than I thought it would be. A few factors made me hesitant to push “send” on my application. My Biggest Fears First, I…
As you prepare to start your CSD career, it’s important to think ahead about how ethical decision-making will be a part of your everyday experience. To create a greater awareness of situations that could pose ethical dilemmas throughout your career—and to get you thinking about how to handle these situations—ASHA established the Student Ethics Essay Award (SEEA) program. What Is Professional Ethics? The foundation of…