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Statement on Current Events
The LGBTQ+ Communication Sciences and Disorder Student Association (CSDSA) condemns the use of divisive and hateful rhetoric in political discourse most especially when it is targeted at already disenfranchised groups in the United States, particularly Black, Indigenous, people of color (BIPOC) communities; immigrants; trans and gender expansive individuals; LGBTQIA+ folks; women and girls; disabled people; … Continue reading Statement on Current Events
Experiences of a Pediatric Audiologist
Thank you Nick Arra, Au.D., CCC-A, for sharing these insights with us about your journey to audiology and your educational and career experiences. Why did you pick the AuD track? I have bilateral SNHL since childhood related to enlarged vestibular aqueducts (EVA). When I was a freshman in college, I was originally studying physical therapy. … Continue reading Experiences of a Pediatric Audiologist
2023-2024 Advocacy Recap
The LGBTQ+ CSDSA is proud of our continued advocacy efforts this school year, including collaborations with multiple national organizations. Here's a recap of these educational resources! Stay tuned for another collaboration with National NSSLHA this summer. Resources and Pathways for Students Facing LGBTQ+ Based Discrimination in CSD Programs Vice President Mel Grasso wrote a piece … Continue reading 2023-2024 Advocacy Recap
LGBTQ+ CSDSA Chair, Charlie Lenell, collaborates with the Council of State Speech-Language-Hearing-Association Presidents Board
In the fall of 2023, members of L’GASP, the Multicultural Issues Board, and the ASHA State Affairs Team—including LGBTQ+ CSDSA Chair, Charlie Lenell—came together to record a lecture to inform and empower professionals with information regarding the legislative landscape surrounding gender-affirming care and advocacy for transgender and gender expansive clients, students, and professionals within the … Continue reading LGBTQ+ CSDSA Chair, Charlie Lenell, collaborates with the Council of State Speech-Language-Hearing-Association Presidents Board
Event Recap: Intersectionality Roundtable
On March 18th, 2024, we had the pleasure of hosting our first intersectionality roundtable discussion. Intersectionality is a framework that recognizes how multiple aspects of identity, such as race, gender, sexuality, disability, and class, intersect and interact to shape individuals' experiences of oppression and privilege. Here are some key takeaways from our discussion, which included … Continue reading Event Recap: Intersectionality Roundtable
Event Recap: SLP Graduate Student Panel
In the spring 2024 semester, we had the pleasure of hosting a panel discussion of SLP graduate students who shared their insights and advice with undergraduate students. Here is a brief recap of the discussion. Applying to Graduate School What did you consider when selecting a grad program? Some factors that our panelists considered included … Continue reading Event Recap: SLP Graduate Student Panel
Event Recap: The Intersection of Neurodivergence and Gender Expansiveness
On April 12, 2023, we hosted a panel discussion featuring three queer clinicians with experience working with neurodivergent and gender expansive individuals, including: Kelly Coburn PhD, CCC-SLP (they/them), Assistant Professor in the Department of Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology at Towson University Rachel Martin, Psy. S., NCSD (she/they), school psychologist for the Ohio School for the … Continue reading Event Recap: The Intersection of Neurodivergence and Gender Expansiveness
Acknowledging Discrimination in Educational Settings
This post is part of a series – Supporting Students: A Guide for Faculty & Allies Allies should be knowledgeable about when and how to report discrimination. The ASHA Code of Ethics states the following about discrimination for ASHA-affiliated professionals toward clients, colleagues, and students: “Individuals shall not discriminate in the delivery of professional services … Continue reading Acknowledging Discrimination in Educational Settings
Ideas for Educators
This post is part of a series – Supporting Students: A Guide for Faculty & Allies Become an Advocate and Resource Become a knowledgeable resource for students by learning your institution’s policies. Know how to report and connect students to appropriate resources in instances of discrimination within the department, university, or clinical education sites. Be … Continue reading Ideas for Educators
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