Rhode Island Speech and Hearing Association

09/08/2025

RISHA is pleased to welcome two new faculty members, Dr. Meg Simione and Dr. Marc Maffei, to the CMD department at the University of Rhode Island!

Dr. Meg Simione's current research centers on child growth and feeding, family-centered care outcomes, digital health innovation, and the implementation of evidence-based practices into clinical care.

Dr. Marc Maffei's research focuses on motor speech disorders and the interaction between motor speech and language functions.

Welcome to Rhode Island, and we look forward to collaborating with you in the future!

09/05/2025

09/02/2025

🎓🎒 School is back in session and so is RISHA's School Committee! ✏️ See you on the 30th!

09/02/2025

Tonight is RISHA's Executive Board meeting! All members are welcome (and encouraged!) to attend - ask us for the link!

09/01/2025

Happy Labor Day from RISHA!

08/31/2025

Let us know if you would like the link to attend our Executive Board meeting on Tuesday night!

08/30/2025

⚠️📓 School-based CEU alert! 🚨📝

MSHA and RISHA can also take advantage of the discounted rate! (2.25 ASHA CEUs for $95)

Register now through the MSHA website!

PS - Thanks MSHA - Michigan Speech Language Hearing Association for letting us know about the opportunity!

08/27/2025

Happy First Day of School (or last days of summer!)

08/09/2025

🎉 Congratulations Abby! 🎉
Stay tuned for future RISHA contests!

07/20/2025

Just under one week left to enter! Join RISHA today to be entered into the drawing!
Thank you to Little Bee Speech for our prize! Good Luck! 🤞

06/20/2025

The programs, offered in 20 participating communities, provide “free, high-quality learning opportunities” for young kids, according to the R.I. Department of Education.

06/18/2025

Are you a caregiver that just needs a break?
GREAT NEWS!
The URI Respite Program has expanded to include much needed elder care!
Space is limited-contact URI to sign up!