Worcester State University Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders

Worcester State University Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders The goal of the WSU Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders is to facilitate an understanding of the human communication processes.

Worcester State University offers both an undergraduate and graduate program of study. The undergraduate program is designed to prepare students for jobs in a caring profession and for graduate school. The graduate program is designed to provide a high caliber academic and clinical program for the preparation of speech-language pathologists. The program prepares students for positions in public sc

hools, skilled nursing facilities, rehabilitation centers, hospitals, speech and hearing clinics, special-care facilities, and private practice. The graduate program is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation (CAA) of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and approved by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

End of semester = end of another chapter in the WSU SLHC!Every session, every challenge, every “aha” moment shaped you i...
07/25/2025

End of semester = end of another chapter in the WSU SLHC!

Every session, every challenge, every “aha” moment shaped you into amazing clinicians. Good luck in your outplacements this fall!

Dr. Meyer returned from the Educational Audiology Association (EAA) conference in Portland, Oregon, where she had a post...
06/29/2025

Dr. Meyer returned from the Educational Audiology Association (EAA) conference in Portland, Oregon, where she had a poster of research done with one of her WSU graduates, a presentation, and received the EAA Frederick Berg Award.

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Photo 1: Dr. Meyer wearing a black outfit with blue patterned blouse standing in front of the poster created by her and WSU graduate (now AuD student) Meaghan Marcoux.

Photo 2: Dr. Meyer wearing a black outfit with purple patterned blouse standing in front of her presentation slide that says “Least Restrictive Environment - what does that mean for deaf/hard of hearing students?”

Photo 3: an award plaque with gold letters on a red background that says: Educational Audiology Association. Frederick S. Berg Award presented to Dr. Kym Meyer. In recognition and sincere appreciation for your notable contributions to the field of educational audiology.

Thanks to everyone who participated in or supported Team Walkie Talkies at the American Heart Association Stroke Walk on...
06/18/2025

Thanks to everyone who participated in or supported Team Walkie Talkies at the American Heart Association Stroke Walk on June 7. We raised an incredible $1,331.44!

It was inspiring to see students, their families, clinical instructors, friends, and even one of our amazing clients and her extended family walking together in support of stroke awareness and recovery.

Here’s to next year’s walk being even bigger and better!

Congratulations to the undergraduate CSD class of 2025! All the best as you fly on to new adventures.
05/18/2025

Congratulations to the undergraduate CSD class of 2025! All the best as you fly on to new adventures.

Congratulations to our MS-SLP class of 2025! Wishing you all the best as you go out into the world to do amazing things....
05/16/2025

Congratulations to our MS-SLP class of 2025! Wishing you all the best as you go out into the world to do amazing things.

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1) Image of two students in front of a banner that says "Speech-Language Pathology"
2) Image of a decorated graduation cap that says "Si se pudo".
3) Image of a decorated graduation cap that says, in IPA, "I did it Nana!"
4) Image of Julienette, commencement speaker and MS-SLP graduate
5) Image of the class of 2025 waiting for the procession.
6) Image of the professors from the department, many in regalia.

⭐️A big shoutout to our Graduate Assistants!⭐️ Chloe Toomey and Hailey Johnson (SLHS Department GAs) Thank you for your ...
05/05/2025

⭐️A big shoutout to our Graduate Assistants!⭐️
Chloe Toomey and Hailey Johnson (SLHS Department GAs) Thank you for your hard work maintaining and growing our social media presence, informing students of what our department is all about through our department bulletin boards, tutoring both undergraduate and graduate students in our programs, and helping the department run smoothly over this past year. You two make a great team!

Samantha Kelleher (SLHC GA)Thank you for your hardwork behind the scenes maintaining the inner workings of our on campus clinic. You raised awareness of what our clinic is all about and coordinated countless fairs on campus. From orchestrating the clinic bulletin board, to building an inclusive and inviting space in our graduate student work room in the clinic, you have excelled!

The MS-SLP program held their first annual Reconnect & Rise Event at Seven Saws Brewery* this past Friday. Students and ...
05/05/2025

The MS-SLP program held their first annual Reconnect & Rise Event at Seven Saws Brewery* this past Friday. Students and alumni came together to share stories, build connections, and enjoy some exciting raffle prizes. We loved seeing our SLP community in action!

Thank you to our wonderful donors for your generous raffle basket donations :







*All individuals pictured are 21 years of age or older.

May is National Speech-Language-Hearing Month, a time to recognize the critical importance of communication and hearing ...
05/01/2025

May is National Speech-Language-Hearing Month, a time to recognize the critical importance of communication and hearing in everyday life. Speech-language pathologists and audiologists play essential roles in diagnosing, treating, and supporting individuals with speech, language, hearing, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders. At WSU, we are proud to educate future clinicians who will advance communication access, promote hearing health, and improve quality of life across the lifespan. This month, we honor these professions and reaffirm our commitment to evidence-based practice, advocacy, and service!

🚨WSU SLH CLINIC HIGHLIGHT: Dysphagia Specialty Clinic  – CHD Disability and Elder Services🚨Offered through CHD Disabilit...
04/29/2025

🚨WSU SLH CLINIC HIGHLIGHT: Dysphagia Specialty Clinic  – CHD Disability and Elder Services🚨
Offered through CHD Disability and Elder Services at the Hawthorn Adult Day Center in Springfield (https://chd.org), this advanced clinical practicum provides experience in swallowing and swallowing disorders for graduate-level students in speech-language pathology.

This rotation emphasizes the practical application of foundational knowledge in the assessment, treatment, and management of dysphagia in medically complex individuals within a community-based setting. Students engage in comprehensive clinical evaluations and implement evidence-based treatment approaches guided by best practice standards.

The experience also fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, with opportunities to work alongside professionals in occupational therapy, physical therapy, nursing, direct care services, and family caregivers. Through this integrated model, students refine their clinical reasoning, communication, and collaborative care skills essential for effective dysphagia management in diverse adult populations.

End-of-year projects and finals are coming up fast — but don’t let the stress win! Be like schwa, as it is never stresse...
04/28/2025

End-of-year projects and finals are coming up fast — but don’t let the stress win! Be like schwa, as it is never stressed. Finish strong, SLHS students!

Huge thanks to all the amazing student volunteers and wonderful clients who made WSU SLHC’s first Aphasia Book Club a su...
04/25/2025

Huge thanks to all the amazing student volunteers and wonderful clients who made WSU SLHC’s first Aphasia Book Club a success! We met three times over the course of the semester and dove into “The Thursday Murder Club” by Richard Osman. The use of “reading ramps,” visual supports, and thoughtful, aphasia-friendly discussions were led by our clinical instructor, Jaime Marino. This club has been a dream of Jaime’s—and it came to life beautifully! We’re already excited for the next one… any book suggestions? Drop them below!

📢MS- SLP Graduate Student Clinicians: Heading on to your outplacement? Consider donating your gently used & washed clini...
04/25/2025

📢MS- SLP Graduate Student Clinicians: Heading on to your outplacement? Consider donating your gently used & washed clinic uniforms. Donation week takes place Monday 4/28- Friday 5/2. There will be a drop box by Kathy’s desk. Thank you to all who donate!

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Worcester State University offers a graduate program leading to a Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology. This program is designed to provide a high caliber academic and clinical program for the preparation of speech-language pathologists. The program prepares students for positions in public schools, skilled nursing facilities, rehabilitation centers, hospitals, speech and hearing clinics, special-care facilities, and private practice. The graduate program is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation (CAA) of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and approved by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.