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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Get to Know the National Black Association for Speech-Language and Hearing (NBASLH)

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In celebration of Black History Month, we’re shining a spotlight on the National Black Association for Speech-Language and Hearing (NBASLH). Members shared what being part of NBASLH means to them—their responses ranged from empowerment to community support and professional growth. NBASLH serves as a beacon for Black professionals in the profession of speech-language pathology, providing a space for connection, advocacy, and learning. What does being…

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How to Attend the ASHA Convention as a Student . . . and Be Successful While You’re There

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Pictured, from left: SUNY Fredonia undergrads Shirley Smit, Alexandria Visconte, and Amanda Keppel, at the 2023 ASHA Convention in Boston. Did you know that there are multiple ways for students to attend the annual ASHA Convention? Often, those pathways include travel and registration waivers. We asked several students who attended ASHA 2023 to share how they got to Convention and insights on their experience. Whether…

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