Navigating a Speech-Language Pathology Education as an International Student: Insights, Challenges, and Resources

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Embarking on a journey to pursue education in speech-language pathology as an international student can be both exciting and daunting. From choosing the right program to navigating clinical experiences and considering future career paths, there are numerous factors to consider. To explore the lived experiences of international students, I will share some of my experiences—and we’ll also hear from two of my international peers. Shannon…

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Bridging Accessibility and Cultural Awareness: The Korean Aphasia Community

in National NSSLHA Member on by Sein (Sally) Min Share

In the United States, I have witnessed firsthand the challenges faced by Asian patients from diverse linguistic backgrounds.  Having spent the first half of my life in South Korea and the second half in the United States, I possess a unique perspective on the health care experiences of Asian immigrants. Beginning in elementary school, I regularly accompanied my Korean-speaking parents to medical appointments, treatment sessions,…

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Bridging The Gap: Considerations For Clinicians Working With English Language Learners For The First Time

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As a new clinician working in my rural hometown, I initially felt unprepared about how to best work with English language learners (ELLs). I had not worked with this population before, and my school district has limited professional development opportunities in this area—and limited resources in general. Also, because there is only a limited number of interpreters and English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)…

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Inspiring the Next Generation: Promoting Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Careers to High School Students

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When you’re young, you don’t always know what career path you’ll end up on. For so many students, we may hear about the professions because of the experiences of those close to us. I learned about the professions when my younger brother received speech therapy in elementary school. However, it was not until I took a few courses in the last semester of my senior…

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