Communication disorders touch millions of lives, from hearing and speech sound disorders, balance or voice challenges, to swallowing disorders, stuttering, and language delays. As aspiring professionals, a significant portion of our time will be dedicated…
Posts tagged Professional Development
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…
A Year of Growth with the LGBTQ+ CSD Student Association
Last June, I introduced the world to the LGBTQ+ CSD Student Association in the NSSLHA Blog post, “Finding Community as an LGBTQ+ Student.” Now, nearly a year later, I look back on our beginnings and…
Opening Doors I Never Thought Were Possible Through the McNair Scholars Program
“Whether or not you reach your goals in life depends entirely on how well you prepare for them and how badly you want them.” — Ronald Erwin McNair Oftentimes, students wonder what they can do…