University of Rhode Island Speech and Hearing Center

05/28/2025

Making a Difference in the Parkinson’s Community!

Four graduate students from URI's Communicative Disorders program recently participated in The Renew Retreat hosted by the Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Alliance in Portsmouth, RI. 💙

In partnership with our community ally, True Self Speech Therapy, our students offered free swallowing screenings to attendees.

This event brought together local experts, therapists, and caregivers for a day of learning, connection, and empowerment. We’re proud to be part of such meaningful, hands-on community engagement! 👏

05/21/2025

👶✨ Got a kiddo between 18 months and 5 years?
Join our Parent & Child Education Group—a summer meet-up group where parents and children learn side by side:

• 🍎 Gain insight into your little one's nutritional status
• 💖 Nurture social-emotional skills
• 🗣️ Spark language development

Call us for more information or to reserve your place today!
📞 Call 401-874-5969

05/02/2025

Just Ask! is hosting its 7th Annual Aphasia Conference: Turning the Page on Aphasia — a FREE virtual Zoom event series happening every Saturday in June from 9:00–11:00 AM EST!

In honor of Aphasia Awareness Month, join the virtual events for inspiring sessions that explore technology, communication, advocacy, and personal empowerment. 💬📱📚

🎤 Featured topics & speakers:
📅 June 7 – Brooke Lang & Bryn Bowles: Discovering the Next Chapter through Technology
📅 June 14 – Dr. Sarah E. Wallace: How Technology Can Help with Reading
📅 June 21 – Christine D'Orsi F***a, Esq.: Understanding Estate Planning & Probate
📅 June 28 – Katie Strong, Bruce Farrell & Coleman Watson: Turning to a New Page with Aphasia: Finding Power in My Story

👥 Open to individuals with aphasia, caregivers, professionals, and anyone passionate about communication and support.

📌 Register here:
https://mailchi.mp/ab3a8dbb776d/save-the-date-our-virtual-aphasia-awareness-conference-is-in-june-10964241

04/23/2025

03/21/2025

This week, our very own Child Clinic Supervisor and Clinical Assistant Professor Sharon D’Antuono presented at the National Coalition of Campus Children's Centers Annual Conference in Philadelphia!

She shared insights on our partnership with URI's Child Development Center, highlighting the innovative work we're doing to support young children and future professionals alike.

03/04/2025

The URI Student Speech Language Hearing Association (URISSLHA) now has a website! 🎉💙

URISSLHA is dedicated to supporting CMD students by offering opportunities to listen to guest speakers, including professors, grad students, and local professionals. They also host social networking events, fundraisers, and career development opportunities.

Visit their new website for updates, events, and resources! Find them on Instagram 🌐👇
🔗 https://sites.google.com/rhodysenate.org/urisslha-website/home

02/21/2025

We're excited to share that our own Clinical Operations Specialist, Sara Andreozzi, was featured in Rhody Today!

Check out the link below to read about the critical audiological services her and her colleagues at New England Volunteer Optometric Services for Humanity are providing to underserved communities in Panama.

KINGSTON, R.I. — Feb. 20, 2025 — When a young girl was walked into a rural school in an impoverished part of Panama in January, she had never seen her mother’s face or even heard her voice. Born deaf and blind in a region without adequate health care, the young girl was destined to live […]

02/18/2025

Stay informed on how recent executive orders might affect our profession. Check out ASHA's working documents to get the details!
Here: https://www.asha.org/advocacy/executive-orders-impacting-audiology-and-speech-language-pathology/

02/04/2025

🧠✨ SPREAD THE WORD ✨🧠

We're excited to announce that our Pawtucket Satellite Location has spots open for adult clients with neurological disorders!

01/24/2025

Here is information about upcoming HLAA conference in Marlborough, MA!

12/16/2024

Wishing all students, faculty, and staff a restful and happy winter break!