While studying at UC Berkeley, my interest in languages led me to pursue a major in linguistics. As someone who is bilingual (Chinese and English), I am passionate about language because it helps me perceive…
Posts tagged Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Curious About Academic Research? This Might SPARC Your Interest!
The Students Preparing for Academic-Research Careers (SPARC) Award aims to cultivate student interest in pursuing a research doctorate (PhD) in communication sciences and disorders (CSD) and a career as a faculty-researcher in CSD. ASHA grants 12 awards…
Q&A: Exploring the Benefits of Mentorship for CSD Students
When I was a sophomore at Adelphi University, I heard about ASHA’s Student to Empowered Professional (S.T.E.P.) Mentoring Program during our chapter’s NSSLHA meeting. As soon as I learned about the program’s mission, I immediately…
Advocacy in Action: How to Support Transgender People in Your State
To protect trans youth and the clinicians who support them, it is important that you as an SLP advocate at the state level in opposition to discriminatory bills. Even if there is nothing pending in…