SESSION DESCRIPTIONS
Our conference sessions have been meticulously crafted to reflect the pivotal role of research in advancing equity and amplifying the voices of marginalized communities. Each session serves as a platform for dialogue, collaboration, and innovation, aimed at addressing the multifaceted challenges faced by individuals who idenify as African American, Black, Caribbean, African, and/or Afro-Latinx in the realm of speech, language, and hearing.
Jason Rosas, Reem Khamis, Lori Caniano
Cultural Diversity Governors I
Systematic Review of Ideological Frameworks Underlying SLHS Culturally Responsive Education
Elise Davis- McFarland, Sharon Moss, Katherine Meyer, TommieRobinson, Jr.
II
Leadership Governors
We present a systematic review of education programs for care-providers in SLHS on cultural responsiveness. Our systematic review of cultural responsiveness education programs for SLHS care-providers revealed that most are aligned with the cultural competence approach, despite cultural humility within a multicultural orientation approach (MCO) being the gold standard for culturally responsive work. Results show that clinician-reported changes were the primary focus, with little to no inclusion of participants’ social background or client-based measurements.
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CLD01
Andrea Moore, Daria Lawrence
Language Willow Oak
Ethical Challenges in Today’s Work Environment
This session is designed by members of the NBASLH Ethics Advisory Council and ASHA’s senior director of ethics. It will focus on some of the ethical challenges facing audiologists and speech-language pathologists in today’s work environment. The topics to be addressed (e.g, ChatGPT, conflicts of interests, discrimination, confidentiality, self-reporting, and patient/client abandonment) will be discussed via role-playing scenarios in the context of the newly revised ASHA Code of Ethics.
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LPD01
Frances Burns
Clinical/School Hannover II
COVID-19, Poverty, and Language Development in African-American Children
Poverty impacts language. This session will provide research, case studies and personal experiences on the significance of this impact and what we can do as speech-language-hearing professionals to bridge the gap. Our role as speech-language pathologists in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of students who are impacted by poverty will be explored.
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LAL01
Diana Blakeney-Billings,KimberlyTownsend
Medical Hannover III
Early Intervention Best Practices: Routines-Based, Culturally Responsive and Caregiver Coaching
The five guiding principles of Early Intervention require that services be family-centered, culturally and linguistically responsive, developmentally supportive and promote children’s participation in their natural environments and are based on the highest quality evidence available. This session will provide information on how to meet these requirements by coaching caregivers and families to engage their young children in learning as they participate in everyday routines and activities that are functional and meaningful to them.
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CSD01
Jugular Paraganglioma Tumor with a Case Study
This presentation discusses paragangliomas and a case study involving an African American woman with a right-sided paraganglioma jugulare tumor, hearing loss, and other co-morbidities. Despite the rarity of these tumors, symptoms such as tinnitus, dysphagia, hoarseness, and hearing loss can occur. Challenges include misdiagnosis, rapid progression of the tumor, and other pre-surgical complications. There is an interplay between co-morbidities, surgical/radiological outcomes, and the need to educate on associated health risks.
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MBD0
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THURSDAY, 4/11/2024 Registration 9:00 am4:30 pm ~ Exhibits Open 9:00 am4:30 pm 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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The Fundamentals of Hearing Screens
The purpose of this presentation is to discuss the fundamentals of hearing screens that should be understood by all speech pathologists, as they serve as a crucial part of early detection and intervention, contributing to overall communication and cognitive development, while also addressing the potential negative aspects of such screenings. This session will discuss hearing screens, and audiograms, and have mobile audiometers to perform hearing screens.
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AAR01
Culturally Fluent Clinical Instruction: Bridging Gaps and Fostering Inclusivity
Although there are efforts to instill cultural competence, students feel ill-equipped for real-world diversity. The profession’s lack of diversity, with 6.5% being bilingual, emphasizes the need for intentional change. Cultural humility, promoting self-reflection and empathy, emerges as a solution. Four key areas for CSD programs include understanding diversity consequences, teaching respectful inquiries, establishing equity, and building community partnerships. These areas aim to bridge the gap between academic training and cultural demands, fostering culturally responsive clinicians. Special Issues Centennial
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SID01
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Anne Perrotti, Sophia Martinez, Allison Chappell,Brooke Baker, Sampath Jayarathna
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Oak AB
Invited
DEI The Essence of Academia: Cultivating a Space for Us
The intention of this diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) session is to define, explore, and reimagine the culture and climate of higher education. Honoring their authentic intersectional identities and diverse lived experiences in academia, the authors will share personal perspectives and provide practical strategies to evaluate a progressive case study. Participants will have the opportunity to develop action plans for re-imagining the culture and climate in academic and clinical contexts.
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INV01
10 am - 12 pm
Cultural Diversity Governors
Advocacy Through Innovation: SLPs, Interprofessional Practice and Justice Involved Youth Juveniles who encounter the justice system demonstrate cognitivecommunication difficulties. Empirical evidence suggests approximately 50-60\% of youth offenders, demonstrate language disorders that require intervention, but most have never received services (Winstanley et al., 2021). While nations abroad recognize the value of SLP involvement in all stages of processing for justice involved youth, America lags in its use of SLPs. We present international models of SLP intervention for application in the American juvenile justice system.
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CLD02
Sharon Moss, Monique Willis, Michael Scimeca
Leadership Governors II
Show Me the Money: Tips for Accessing ASHFoundation
The ASHFoundation funds critical research and education that brings the gift of communication to individuals affected by communication disorders. This session will highlight ASHFoundation programs that enable students, early-career-, and seasoned-investigators to explore solutions, conduct groundbreaking research, and develop research careers. Past recipients will discuss funding opportunities as part of an overall professional career pathway and will reflect on the value the research grant and/or scholarship brought to their career trajectory.
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LPD02
11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Language Willow Oak Janita Gilliam
African American Late Talkers: Where is the Effective Intervention?
This session will explore the effectiveness of a word learning intervention: Vocabulary Acquisition and Usage of Late Talkers on expressive noun acquisition among African American late talkers aged 2-3 years old, exposed to African American English in the home. Participants will be able to understand relevant intervention techniques. Explore cultural influences, and modeling strategies that may impact vocabulary learning and usage in clinical practice; for a target population with decreased expressive language skills.
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LAL02
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TRACK ROOM PRESENTERS
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David
Audiology Capital
Frazier
Angela Miles
R. Danielle Scott, Valarie Fleming
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Goal Writing
Pediatric Feeding Disorder: Dynamic Assessment & Meaningful
Michelle Dawson
Clinical/School Hannover II
Two years into the ICD-10 Code for “Pediatric Feeding Disorder”, colleagues across the country have had to work diligently to educate allied health and medical practitioners regarding the four domains of the code, (feeding skill, nutrition, medical, and psychosocial), and when it is appropriate to diagnose (Goday, et al). In this seminar, learn how to conduct a CSE and write goals for “PFD” that embraces interprofessional education and practice for early intervention and school-based settings.
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CSD02
Theresa Richard
Medical Hannover III
Advocacy for Medical SLPs: Strategies for Funding, Advocacy, and Productivity
Medical SLPs lack training in strategies to navigate funding, advocacy, and productivity compared to other healthcare professionals. The session will teach SLPs to effectively communicate with decision-makers, manage workloads, and understand public health models, enhancing their ability to improve patient care in their communities and expand the quantity and quality of services. This session addresses the gap in SLP training for securing grants and foundation funding, value for cost proposals, and quality improvement projects.
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MBD02
11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Myrita Wilhite, Brigette Wilson
Special Issues Centennial
Cultural Competence through Service Learning Experiences in Clinical Education Service-learning is one method of teaching and service provision that has shown promise in providing speech-language pathology and audiology clinicians opportunities for enhanced community engagement and advancement of cultural competence as it provides rich experiences that enhance community engagement, particularly with individuals of diverse backgrounds who often live in underserved communities. The purpose of this presentation is to share the experiences and outcomes of five service-learning initiatives developed at one university program in the Midwest.
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SID02
Patricia Mazzullo
Audiology Capital
Tinnitus Management in Patients with Anxiety
Mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression are often comorbid in patients with chronic tinnitus. A series of case studies will highlight the benefits of tinnitus intervention, and barriers to consider, within this population. Due to the relationship between tinnitus and mental health conditions, it is important to be mindful of these co-existing conditions when treating tinnitus patients and assessing benefit.
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AAR02
11:15 - 11:45 am
Iris-Victoria Goss, David Frazier
Audiology Capital
Noise Exposure: Getting to the Source of Noise
The increasing prevalence of noise exposure has detrimental hearing and health impacts on individuals due to various factors, including the levels of noise, the duration of exposure, and the individual’s susceptibility, thus necessitating the implementation of hearing conservation tactics. This session will explore the thresholds of harmful noise, common noise sources, and best practice to protect your hearing from noise.
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AAR03
11:45 am - 12:15 pm
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Roundtable Discussion: African American English: Considerations for Culturally Responsive Assessment
Kyomi GregoryMartin, MeganBrette Hamilton
Cultural Diversity Governors I
Rachel Williams
Leadership Governors II
This discussion focuses on African American English (AAE) and considerations in the assessment and treatment process.
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CLD03
Danai Kasambira- Fannin
Language Willow Oak
Deana McQuitty, Derron McQuitty,Demarcus Bush, Robert Mayo, Billy Fuller, Biance Planter, Kayla Mitchell, AiyanahAkbar
Clinical/School Hannover II
Other significant aspects of this presentation include information on clinical assessment and an understanding of the current research, and implications for speakers of AAE.
Roundtable Discussion: Pathways to Leadership
This mini-seminar will provide participants with an overview of leadership, and various pathways to become involved in professional volunteer services. General information about opportunities (for students and professionals), procedures, and programs will be discussed. Specific pathways for leadership within ASHA, NSSLHA, NBASLH, and State Associations will be highlighted.
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LPD03
Roundtable Discussion: Hot Topics in Language
This mini-seminar will provide participants an opportunity to discuss current topics in language assessment and intervention for both children and adults. General topics will be highlighted and attendees will discuss their experiences, perspectives, and any advice on the pertinent topics in language assessment and intervention.
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LAL03
Jamila Harley, Michele Norman
Medical Hannover III
Roundtable Discussion: Recruiting and Retaining African Americans in Speech Language Pathology
African Americans represent less than 4 percent of the SLP workforce. Studies have shown the importance of patient concordance in the healthcare industry especially when treated with someone who looks like them. The purpose of this panel presentation is to discuss the need of increasing the number of African American speech language pathologists and audiologists through innovation and collaborative programming. This interactive presentation will feature pre-professional students and professionals within higher education and clinical practice.
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CSD03
12:30 pm -1:30 pm
Cornetta Mosley
Audiology Capital
Roundtable Discussion: Getting in the Game: Careers in Medical Speech-Language Pathology
Medical speech-language pathology is the branch of our profession that provides care, education, and related resources to patients, caregivers, and other professionals in a variety of settings. This session will focus on current and future clinicians who are interested in working with pediatric and adult patients in medical settings.
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MBD03
Kierra Simmons
Roundtable Discussion: Creating Inclusive Spaces for Black Student Clinicians
Comprising less than 5% of professionals in communication sciences and disorders, Black and African-American (BAA) professionals face race-related challenges stemming from colleague, patient, and supervisor interactions (Ebert & Williams, 2023). There are no clear guidelines on how to best support BAA student clinicians to foster trust, growth, and education during or after adverse events. Participants in this roundtable discussion will collaborate to develop guidelines for clinical supervisors to better support BAA student clinicians.
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AAR04
SLP: The Big Boss Panel Student Oak AB
Student Chat
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STU01
1:30 - 3:30 pm
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Providing Equitable SLP Services for Adolescents: Leaving No Level Underserved
Carrie Knight, Kristen Nellenbach
Cultural Diversity Governors I
Adolescents need speech-language services, yet a disproportionate amount of school-based SLPs serve children. This trend leads to inequitable service delivery for adolescents and is unaligned with our charge to “serve all lifespan populations” and “leave no level underserved.” Some reasons for this inequity are beyond our discipline’s ability to independently address; other issues are resolvable, especially within CSD programs. We provide background information, discuss policies and practices that pose equity barriers, and brainstorm programmatic changes.
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CLD04
Holly Storkel, Charles Ellis, Jamila Minga, CendrineRobinson,JaclynSchurman
Leadership Governors II
Transform Your Career: Opportunities in Communication Disorders Research Research has the potential to transform clinical practice, improving the lives of individuals with communication disorders. This session will feature two NBASLH members who have leveraged their clinical expertise into research careers. The panelists will share how their experiences as clinicians shaped their interest in a research career, tips for gaining research experience and pursuing a PhD, and the benefits and challenges of a research career. NIDCD staff will describe funding to support research training.
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LPD04
Kyle Greene-Pendleton
Language Willow Oak
Intersections of Cognitive Development, Neurodiversity, and Learning Theory in Practice
This session discusses how to integrate theories of child development with neurodiversity in evidence-based practice for speech-language pathologists. Attendees will learn about key theories of child development and neurodiversity. Attendees will hear about next steps for integrating theory with practice, with a lens on neurodiversity. Last, attendees will have the opportunity to identify how these theoretical considerations and real-world examples can be implemented in their own work.
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LAL04
Jill Barton
Clinical/School Hannover II
Happily Stuttering at School
Social-emotional learning is an educational practice that integrates social and emotional skills into the school curriculum. This session will discuss integrating qualifications for fluency in school-based services/ therapy techniques and Social Emotional Learning (SEL) to improve a student who stutters attitudes toward communication, their ability to speak confidently and promote students’ capacities to integrate thinking, emotion, and behavior to deal effectively with everyday personal and social challenges.
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CSD04
John Holahan, Karen Kern
Medical Hannover III
IDDSI Testing Methods and Hands on Training
The best way to learn about Testing Methods of the International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative is to try them! We will provide a brief overview of IDDSI, a detailed review of the IDDSI Testing Methods, and real-life tray examples. Finally, we will provide an opportunity for you to try the food Testing Methods!
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MBD04
Exploring Hearing Loss, Course Modality, and Satisfaction in HBCU Students
Audiology
This presentation highlights a scarcity of research concerning the interconnection among hearing levels, course modalities, and student satisfaction, particularly within Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The study involved 239 undergraduates at an HBCU, exploring the association between hearing loss levels, Likert survey outcomes, and diverse course formats. The objective is to discern whether a significant relationship exists between these variables, contributing to the understanding of factors influencing student satisfaction in the HBCU context.
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AAR05
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pm - 2:45 pm
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1:45
Capital Diana Billings
Virtual Realty to Address Bias & Decision Making in Service Delivery
Kimberly Green, Daniel Boamah, Reba Hall, Ithohan Egbedion, MelanieHuckabee
Special Issues Centennial
Practitioners require meaningful and effective training to identify and respond to biases which influence the decisionmaking process during clinical training and practice. This is of particular importance with respect to working with minoritized and marginalized populations. Virtual reality (VR)-based learning offers a unique opportunity for practitioners and students to learn using simulated experiences. This presentation examines the implications of bias-influenced clinical decision making and the development of an innovative VR platform to mitigate unconscious bias.
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SID03
Alayna Townsend,Miguelina Zapata
Cultural Diversity Governors I
Lisa Butcher, Taryn Townsend, Blessly Mathews, Sean Moonsammy,Jasmyne Speller, Andrea Moore
Leadership Governors II
Time to Act: Culturally Responsive Practices in Speech Sound Disorders
Speech language pathologists evaluate and treat speech sound disorders (SSDs) in children of different backgrounds. However, SLPs often do not consider the importance of providing culturally responsive practices to children with SSDs. This seminar will focus on defining the pillars of cultural responsiveness. This seminar will focus on how to utilize culturally responsive frameworks in clinical practice. The presenters will summarize how cultural and linguistic diversity influences SSDs and offer methods and tools for self-reflection.
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CLD05
1:45 - 2:45 pm
Pursuing the SLPD: Background and Individual Perceptions and Experiences
The SLPD offers an opportunity to advance clinical leadership and education, further evidence-based clinical care, promote diversity and inclusion in the field, and increase bidirectional knowledge exchange between clinicians and researchers. This presentation begins with background information before expanding to a panel discussion with current and former SLPD students. Panelists come from diverse practice settings and areas of clinical expertise, and will discuss their personal experiences, professional goals, and perceptions of pursuing this post-professional degree.
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LPD05
Lauren Hastings, Lauren Prather
Clinical/School Hannover II
The Miseducation of “da” Black Kid SLPS must apply culturally appropriate practices for children from minority cultures who have speech and language delays/ disorders. This presentation focuses on increasing awareness and understanding of the characteristics of AAE. We will discuss the importance of considering these dialectal features during the evaluation and intervention process. SLPs can use this knowledge as a baseline to build rapport with AAE speaking children and families and to appropriately diagnose children who use AAE.
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CSD05
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
JacquelynneRodriguez
Medical Hannover III
Student Willow Oak Brittney Moore
Ethical Dementia Care for the SLP in Long Term Care
Many speech-language pathologists do not feel comfortable treating cognition in patients with dementia because of limited training in graduate school. Speech-language pathologists who do not have a thorough understanding of dementia care are left feeling frustrated and ineffective. This may be due to use of a rehabilitative approach to dementia rather than a compensatory one. This course will provide an introduction to common types of dementia, assessment strategies, and functional treatment approaches.
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MBD05
AuD: Opportunities in Audiology
Student Chat
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STU03
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Evidence Based Treatments for Auditory Processing Disorders
Jay Lucker
Audiology Capital
Ovetta HarrisonHarris, Katya Hill
Centennial
Special Issues
Oak AB Brittani H. Cobb
Student
Janna Oetting,ChristyWynnMoland
Oak AB
Keynote
Lauren Hastings,Chrystal, Ingram Williams, & Howard Francis
Kierra Simmons, Brittney Moore
Oak AB
Student
It is important to identify the specific TYPES of auditory processing disorders a person has and to recommend and use evidence-based treatments for each specific type. This presentation will discuss the various types of auditory processing disorders people may have and identify the specific, evidence-based treatments for each specific type of auditory processing disorder.
SLPs and AUDs may work with people who have auditory processing disorders.
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AAR06
UP-Date on Specialty Certification in AAC
Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) specialty certification will launch in 2024-25. This intermediateadvanced level session will help you prepare for becoming board certified as an AAC specialist and earn recognition as a CCC-SLP, BC-AAC clinician. You will learn about the two-step application process, documentation requirements along with taking the national examination and membership benefits. . Become one of the future leaders in AAC. Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) specialty certification will launch in 2024-25.
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SID04
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Chat with Chair with Students
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STU02
Donn Bailey Lecture: Strategic Scoring: Changing Mental Models of African American English Morphology
Strategic scoring systems have been shown to differentiate children with and without developmental language disorder (DLD) within African American English (AAE). Foundational to strategic scoring is the mental model one uses to think, talk, and teach others about AAE verb morphology. In this presentation, we describe three strategic scoring systems from published works, highlighting the mental model that guides them, their strengths and weaknesses, and the types of clinical questions they can and cannot answer.
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HL01
4:30 - 5:30 pm
Opening Session--The Essence of NBASLH
Sponsored by: Nova Southeastern University & Lingraphica Keynote Oak AB
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HL02
Wildin’ Out Knowledge Quest
1.5
Sponsored by: The Stepping Stones Group
6:00 - 7:30 pm
8:30 - 10:00 pm
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FRIDAY, 4/12/2024
Registration 8:00 am4:30 pm ~ Exhibits Open 9:00 am4:00 pm
Inoka Tennakoon, Brooke Hatfield
Cultural Diversity Governors I
The Intersection of SDOH, Adult Home Health, and the SLP Social determinants of health (SDOH) have a major impact on health outcomes. Tackling these factors may need coordination of both traditional and nontraditional approaches. Even though most SDOH are systems-level problems, home health clinicians may have a greater opportunity to identify social risk factors and unmet needs at an individual level. SLPs may tackle SDOH through appreciating their impact on treatment delivery and outcomes, available resources, screening, connecting patients with resources, patient education and advocacy.
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CLD06
Todd Philbrick, Erica Williams
Leadership Governors II
Monique Mills, Tynashia Whitaker
Willow Oak
Language
ASHA CertificationPresent and Future
Please plan to attend this interactive session to hear about the current ASHA certification requirements and provide your feedback on potential future changes to the ASHA certification standards.
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LPD06
Geoffrey Coalson, Courtney Byrd, Kia Johnson
Clinical/School Hannover II
The current study employs a patterns and systems approach (Green, 2002) to investigate the tense-aspect system of child AAE. Specifically, we explore how seventy-eight 7to 10-year-old children express preverbal HAD across three narrative contexts: narrative generation, narrative writing, and narrative reading. In addition, we explore the linguistic contexts— achievement or accomplishment—in which AAE-speaking children use preverbal HAD, simple past, and past progressive.
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LAL06
Educational implications will be offered.
Blank Center CARE™ Model: An Evidence-Based Approach to Stuttering Treatment
The Blank Center CARE™ (Communication, Advocacy, Resiliency, and Education) Model is an evidence-based, anti-ableist approach to stuttering treatment for children and adults. Descriptive data, clinical trials, and supporting research for each component of the Blank Center CARE™ Model will be presented. Case studies and data-driven clinical tools for implementing treatment in real-world contexts including school-based settings to achieve Blank Center CARE™ will be provided.
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CSD06
Vicki Deal-Williams, Megan-BretteHamilton
Medical Hannover III
Part 1: A Stroke Documentary Screening & Discussion
Hidden Diagnosis
RHD
Right hemisphere brain damage (RHD) results in communication disorders that are hidden. Graduate training in speechlanguage pathology may be minimally specific to RHD. A brief introduction will be followed by the viewing of RHD Hidden Diagnosis, a 29-minute documentary detailing the lived experiences of five right hemisphere stroke survivors, their loved ones, and the first RHD experiences of speech-language pathology graduate clinicians.
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MBD06
Invited Oak AB
The Myth of the 8% “We have been told routinely that only 8% of speech-language pathologists and audiologists are people of color. While professionals of color are indeed the minority in terms of representation, the 8% statistic is often used inappropriately. This session will unveil/reveal the challenge of collecting demographic data, especially racial and ethnic data, and how that data gets reported, and at times misrepresented, and provide insight into the numbers of BIPOC professionals in CSD.”
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Jamila Minga, La'Toria Jallah, Michael Pearce INV02
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am - 9:00 am
Caregiving Burden Among the Caregivers of PWA
Student Centennial Deidre Cherry
The responsibilities of family members have transformed, leading to a change in their interactions with persons with aphasia (PWA) and raising concerns about their economic well-being. The fundamental nature of their relationship and all familiar and comforting aspects have entirely transformed. Family members change their roles, transitioning from being spouses, adult sons or daughters, and siblings to assuming the responsibility of caregiving for affected individuals without prior preparation or formal training for caregivers.
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DOC01
David Frazier
Audiology Capital
The Significance of Psychoacoustics in Fitting Hearing Aids
Audiology Capital David Frazier
The significance of psychoacoustics within the realm of hearing aid fitting lies in its ability to provide a personalized and effective auditory experience for individuals with hearing loss, despite the potential challenges of costs, accessibility, and clinicians’ expertise in counseling. This presentation will illuminate these barriers and provide practical solutions to provide holistic hearing health care.
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AAR07
Brittany Fletcher, Mary Wilkens, Amy Hobek, Victoria McKenna
Student Centennial
8:00 - 8:30 am
The Significance of Grief Counseling and Audiology
The integration of grief counseling and audiology holds immense importance, as it encompasses not only the psychological and emotional dimensions of bereavement but also facilitates effective coping mechanisms for individuals with hearing impairment. Although this integration may pose challenges in terms of resource allocation and healthcare expenses, its overall impact remains highly valuable.
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AAR08
Morgan Moore, Nailah Smith, Marlon John, Miguelina Zapata
Student Centennial
Investigating Acoustic Factors Impacting Speech-to-Text Accuracies in AAE-Speaking Children
This study investigates artificial intelligence (AI) speech recognition systems’ accuracy in recognizing African American English (AAE) children’s speech by delving into potential biases, emphasizing equitable access in educational and clinical settings. Focusing on AAE speakers, this study analyzes acoustic predictors like vowel duration and formants. These preliminary results will identify whether acoustic measures contribute to current AI challenges, which is crucial for addressing disparities and fostering inclusivity across technology for diverse linguistic and cultural contexts.
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DOC02
8:30 - 9:00 am
Stakeholders Perspectives of Service Delivery for Bilinguals with ASD
There is an ongoing concern about the service delivery and success rate of intervention in bilingual and monolingual Spanish families of children with autism spectrum disorder. The present study is designed to explore the perceptions, feelings, and attitudes of bilingual parents/caregivers of bilingual children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, ASD. This presentation will provide SLPs with an understanding of the feelings, attitudes, and perspectives of stakeholders of bilingual children with autism spectrum disorder.
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DOC03
9:00 - 9:30 am
Eliza Thompson
Governors I
Cultural Diversity
Broadening Students’ Perspectives & Cultural Awareness During Study Abroad
Sustainable and effective clinical training programs must increase students’ cultural competency and expand encounters for students to work with various clients from different backgrounds. One idea includes experiential service-based learning programs such as education abroad. Using experiences from a short-term education abroad trip to Ghana, A GhanaianAmerican professor from the University of Maryland, College Park will discuss perspectives and lessons learned from a short-term program abroad.
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CLD07
9:15 am - 10:15 am
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Difficult Decision Making: It’s Part of Leadership
Tommie Robinson, Jr., Julie Arenberg
Leadership Governors II
Being in a position of leadership in any work setting means making difficult decisions about a variety of areas which may include human resources, management, crises, and the list goes on. In other words, difficult decision making is a part of everyday leadership. It is important that leaders are equipped with the skills to handle these situations. This interactive session is designed to give leaders the necessary tools to deal with difficult decision making.
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LPD07
Willow Oak Nelson Moses, Helena Hawkshawe, Angela Carey-Adams
Language
Shanika Phillips
Fullwood, StephanyPerez-Sanchez, Maria Herrle, Neyla Kirby, Giselle Dunn, La'Toriah Jallah, Jamila Minga
Medical Hannover III
De-Colonizing Literacy: A South-Bronx High-School University Literacy Collaboration
This seminar presents the design, objectives, and performance-based outcomes of a pilot literacy collaboration between University Heights High School in New York City’s South Bronx and Long Island University’s, Brooklyn Campus graduate SLP program. The program supports high school students experiencing reading and language issues, UHHS’s mission to broaden their students’ post-graduation educational and career possibilities, and LIU’s objective of broadening cultural and linguistic perspectives of university students preparing for careers as school-based SLP’s.
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LAL07
9:15 - 10:15 am
Ingram Land-Deans
Clinical/School Hannover II
RHD Hidden Diagnosis Part 2: The Impact of Apragmatism Exposure
An individual’s exposure to and understanding of the communication changes resulting from Right Hemisphere Brain Damage (RHD) can vary significantly based on education level, educational institution, and clinical experiences. In this presentation, you will hear the perspectives of individuals at three educational levelsundergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate. They will share their insights on how their personal understanding of RHD has expanded and the impact of their varying levels of exposure on clinical and career prospects.
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MBD07
Iris-Victoria Goss, David Frazier
Audiology Capital
Social Skills Training in African American Adolescence with HF-ASD
Peer acceptance and connection are important to most adolescence. While teens with High Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder (HF-ASD) desire friendships and/or relationships, difficulty with social communication skills tend to cause conversation avoidance and/or isolation due to non-acceptance from peers. In an article by Kelly et. al. (2018), adolescence with HF-ASD expressed a desire for relationships and social skills training. In response, this presentation will introduce social communication intervention approaches for adolescence with HF-ASD.
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CSD07
Kia Johnson
Oak AB
Invited
A-1 Ear Mold Impression: Achieving a Proper Ear Mold Impression
Achieving a proper ear mold impression is crucial for an accurate fit and comfortable wearing experience of a custom product. Failure to achieve an accurate impression may result in ill-fitting molds or devices, ear pain, and compromised hearing performance. This session will describe characteristics of a proper ear mold impression, highlight the anatomy of the outer ear involved in the production of a proper ear mold, offer hands-on instructions for achieving a proper ear mold.
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AAR09
9:15 - 9:45 am
Ethics: The Purpose; The Code; What You Should Know
The foundation of how audiologists and speech-language pathologists make clinical and professional decisions is grounded in ethics. This creates increased importance in understanding what is ethics and how we apply it in professional settings. It is also critical that current and future professionals are familiar with and understand the purpose of the ASHA Code of Ethics and recognize how best to use it as a basis to support clinical decision making and guide professional conduct.
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INV03
9:30 - 10:30 am
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ID TITLE
The Prevalence of Hearing Loss in High School Band Members
Diana Blakeney-Billings,AnnaWilliams
Audiology Capital
This study investigates the impact of school band participation on students’ hearing health through a comprehensive survey and clinical assessments. Out of 119 participants, approximately 28% showed signs of noise-induced hearing loss, with correlations found between instrument type and proximity to specific frequencies, particularly brass instruments. The findings emphasize the need for awareness and preventative measures in school band programs to safeguard students’ auditory well-being and highlight the broader implications for musical education.
1
AAR10
Ovetta HarrisonHarris, CynthiaTaylor-Cutler
Clinical/School Hannover II
Adverse Effects of Trauma on Semantic Development of Adolescents
Currently, there is an increase in violence and death in America. This research will help create an understanding of the effects of trauma on adolescent language. We will discuss theories and taxonomies of sensory and cognitive changes of adolescents who are developing language who have experienced trauma due to violence.
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CSD08
Dorothy Gaspard-St. Cyr, Tiffany Gurley-Nettles
Cultural Diversity Governors I
Culturally Responsive Supervision of Bilingual-Bicultural Graduate Clinicians
Pamela Rowe
Leadership Governors II
ASHA (2023), states, approximately 8% of members identify as bilingual service providers. The U.S. Census Bureau reports that 21% of the population speaks more than one language. The rise in multilingual families means an increase in linguistically diverse clients. To meet the need for diversity y, graduate programs must increase enrollment of CLD students, thus, culturally responsive teaching and supervision are needed to ensure equity for all students. This presentation explores best practices of supervision for CLD students.
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CLD08
9:45 - 10:15 am
Leadership Theory Implementation for Current and Future Private Practice Owners
The implementation of key leadership theories in private practice can cause a company to thrive. The Leader-Member Exchange theory of leadership and Transformational Leadership Theory are two leadership theories that examine various intrapersonal and interpersonal aspects of organizational dynamics in the workplace. As a future or current private practice owner, learn relevant ways to infuse aspects of these theories into your everyday leadership practice.
Shaleeta Jones, Valencia Perry
Willow Oak
Language
“Everybody’s So Creative”: Figurative Expressions in Conversations
1
LPD08
10:45 - 11:45 am
Jamila Minga, Simon Barton
Medical Hannover III
figurative language is another aspect of pragmatic language that adds context and color to language. Hence, there are many benefits to considering the clinical implications of non-literal language skills. The purpose of this presentation is to provide tips and strategies to speech-language pathologists (SLPs) on how figurative expressions are used in conversations and why it is important to consider using these expressions in their services.
Pragmatic language is often viewed as social appropriateness however
1
LAL08
Part 3: A Survivor’s Self-Renewal Journey
Rhd Hidden Diagnosis
A survivor’s journey and lived experiences may go unseen after a right hemisphere stroke. In this presentation, attendees will hear Simon discuss his right hemisphere stroke survivor’s journey of acceptance and reinvention as he transitioned from HIM, before his stroke, to THAT PERSON, 2-3 years post stroke, and ME, Simon now, in the discovery of his best new self.
1
MBD08
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TITLE
Let Me Holla at You Real Quick
Charles Morris, Lauren Hastings
Centennial
Special Issues
This workshop-style seminar will deliver pertinent information on the importance of parental involvement as it pertains to closing some of the health disparities that black children with speech and learning delays face. Learners will be able to practice culturally relevant communication aimed at addressing stigmas and facilitating difficult conversations. If facilitating meaningful dialogue with the parents of black children seems daunting, this season offers considerations, approaches, and desired outcomes for having critical conversations.
1
SID05
Cornetta Mosley
Capital
Audiology
Telerehabilitation for Adult CI Users: ARR-O Pilot Study
Auditory Rehabilitation to ReconnectOnline version (ARR-O) is a virtual auditory rehabilitation (AR) program for older adults with cochlear implants. ARR-O incorporates the 4 pillars of AR: counseling, instruction, perceptual training, and sensory management (Boothroyd, 2007) and reduces access-related barriers. This pilot study is the onset of an assessment of the effectiveness of ARR-O for improving communication outcomes and quality of life for older adults with cochlear implants.
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AAR12
Simone Bellot
Clinical/School Hannover II
10:45 - 11:45 am
Caryn Heskey,Sharlene Wilson Ottley
Clinical/School Hannover II
Identifying Typical Morphosyntactic Development in Bahamian Creole English Speaking Preschoolers
This study evaluated typical morphosyntactic development in Bahamian Creole English (BCE) speaking children ages 3-5 years old. Children’s development of BCE morphosyntactic features was evaluated using three different language sampling tasks: a 10-minute play-based conversation, a story retell using the wordless picture book Frog Goes to Dinner, and a story tell using the School-age Language Assessment Measures (SLAM) cards. The findings of this study have implications for guiding culturally sensitive clinical practices.
1
CSD09
10:45 - 11:15 am
Katrina Miller
Oak AB
Invited
Improving Lexical Diversity in Storytelling for Children with Cochlear Implants
A narrative focused intervention, “ILEADerSHIP,” was piloted with three students with cochlear implants (CIs) in order to target tier-two vocabulary development and oral narrative skills through the combination of interactive reading techniques (IRTs) and narrative-based language intervention (NBLI). Vocabulary probes and narrative samples were collected in order to document if the intervention was effective at increasing expressive language skills and vocabulary knowledge.
1
CSD10
11:15 - 11:45 am
Brittani H. Cobb & Board of Directors
Members Oak AB
The Essence of NBASLH: The Legacy Panel “Legacy” can be defined as something that is passed on. The founders of the National Black Association for Speech-Language and Hearing (NBASLH) strived to not only create a space for Black Speech-Language and Hearing Professionals, but to also provide a support system for the research being done in the Black communities. This session will provide insight, shared by early NBASLH members, into the original goals and expectations of the NBASLH organization.
INV04 1
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Membership Meeting
1
12:00 - 1:30 pm
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ID TITLE
Chat with Chair with Professional Members Oak AB Brittani H. Cobb
1
Grace Hao, KellyUitenham
Cultural Diversity Governors I
Leslie Johnson, Kellyn Hall, YolandaKeller-Bell
Leadership Govenors II
Culturally Competemility Practice in Gender Affirming Voice Care
Evidence-based, culturally responsive, and person-centered health care for Gender Diverse (GD) individuals has been emphasized for decades in gender affirming care. Cultural responsiveness is a journey of reflective learning and practice. This presentation will delve into the journey of SLP’s practice of Cultural competemility in gender affirming care with interactive discussions and reflections.
1
CLD09
Language Willow Oak Aieshea Banks
Simple Ways to Incorporate AI into your Clinical Work
This session offers an overview of integrating AI into clinical speech-language pathology to improve patient care and reduce administrative tasks. Participants will learn key AI concepts; explore real-world uses; and understand challenges associated with the use of AI, including ethical implications and potential effects of bias. This session is aimed at clinicians and students just starting to learn about AI and aims to equip attendees with knowledge to enhance their SLP practice.
1
LPD09
Sulare Rose, Xenia Davis
Clinical/School Hannover II
Counseling Neurodivergent Families with Invisible Disabilities on Education and Advocacy
Most support provided by SLPs is focused on strategies for client growth via direct intervention. However, shifting to a neurodiverse paradigm, which empowers neurodivergent identities, requires that we address factors in our client’s environment that might impact their communication. This presentation will discuss the benefit of educating our clients’ support teams on understanding neurodivergence and encouraging accommodations and advocacy that can empower inclusion and a supportive ecosystem for neurodivergent youth and adults with invisible disabilities.
1
LAL09
Alaina Davis
Medical Hannover III
Practical Strategies for Monolingual SLPs to Support Multilingual Children’s Intervention
Speech-language pathologists serve children who speak other languages. Supporting their home languages fosters cognitive and linguistic development, access to content, and positive identity. However, this can be challenging without language expertise or resources. This presentation offers practical strategies to overcome this hurdle. We’ll explore five key approaches, including engaging families, encouraging translanguaging, and leveraging technology for language learning.
1
CSD11
Racism in TBI: Advocating for Black and Gender Diverse Populations
This session addresses the racism and inequalities experienced by populations of diverse races/ethnicities and diverse genders and gender identities. In particular, Black people, regardless of gender and gender identity are at higher risk for experiencing traumatic brain injury and for poorer healthcare treatment and outcomes. This session will explore the inequalities and barriers faced and strategies to advocate for these vulnerable populations.
1
MBD09
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TITLE
2:00 pm
1:30 -
2:45
1:45 -
pm
Evaluating People for Auditory Processing Disorders: a Multisystem Approach
Jay Lucker
Audiology Capital
Audiologists are not typically trained to identifiy the specific types of APD a person may have. This presentation reviews
Lucker’s MultiSystem Integrated Approach to understanding, evaluating, and identifying the specific types of APD with a focus on the various systems that contribute to the APDs found. Based on the evaluation results the presentation will review appropriate accommodations and most evidence-based treatments for each specific type of APD found.
Jamila Harley
Centennial
Special Issues
The Retention of Black Professionals: Remembering the Essence of NBASLH
Ephraim K. Hill Jr., Cavin Fertil
Oak AB
Invited
One of NBASLH’s purposes is to “promote an increase in the number of Black speech, language, and hearing professionals.” (www.nbaslh.org) To achieve this, we can’t just recruit, we must also retain these professionals. This session will provide those at any stage of the profession with practical resources for career development to reduce barriers, strengthen networks, chart their path, and energize them to stay in the field.
1
AAR13
1:45 - 2:45 pm
1
SID06
Shauntelle CannonWilliams, Patricia Mazzullo
Audiology Capital
Navigating the Field: A Conversation about Brotherhood, Representation, and Mentorship of the Black Male in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
The goal of this session is to facilitate an open and insightful conversation about the unique experiences of Black males in the field of speech-language pathology and audiology. By acknowledging the significant underrepresentation of Black men in the profession, the session will highlight key challenges related to recruitment and retention. It will also address the critical need for a supportive network dedicated to Black male speech-language pathologists and audiologists—a gap that urgently needs filling.
1
INV05
2:00 - 3:00 pm
R. Danielle Scott, Lauren Prather
Governors I
Cultural Diversity
Audiology Affairs Meeting
1
AAR13
Holly Storkel, Charles Ellis, Jamila Minga, CendrineRobinson,JaclynSchurman
Leadership Governors II
Academia has a Problem: The Essence of Self-Love as Resistance
This is an interactive session where Black women academics and those who support them will use self-love strategies as an act of resistance. Understanding this concept will show attendees how Black women will utilize self-care and self-love as a form of resistance. Using a social media platform format, @academiahasaproblem, session participants will “ browse “ the social media page, reviewing current content related to the challenges and barriers for Black women in academia. Participants will serve as a live “comments section,” providing space for sharing and reflection. The session will conclude with tips and strategies for self-preservation and maintaining mental/emotional health, followed by an open discussion around collective healing.
1
CLD10
3:00 - 4:00 pm
Getting Started with Federal Funding for Your Research Funding from the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) advances scientific and clinical discovery. NIDCD staff will provide an overview of fellowship, career development, and research funding opportunities appropriate for doctoral students, post-doctoral fellows, and faculty. Two NBASLH members, who are NIDCD award recipients, will share their experiences. Resources for getting started and tips for success will be shared to help attendees know how to begin their funding journey.
1
LPD10
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TITLE TRACK
Taking a Holistic Neurodiversity Affirming Approach with Our Autistic Children
This presentation will highlight what it means to be a neurodiversity affirming clinician. Clinicians will be empowered to look at the child’s sensory regulation, cultural and family background, language learning style as well as their body during therapeutic assessment and intervention. It will empower clinicians to utilize their critical thinking skills to see the client through a holistic lens to make targeted treatment gains and faster progress. Language Willow Oak
1
LAL10
Laura Moorer, Alyana Townsend
Clinical/School Hannover II
Demystifying Childhood Apraxia of Speech in a CLD World
The purpose of this presentation is to provide SLPs with the foundational knowledge and skills to boost their confidence in Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) assessment and intervention methods. This presentation will introduce CAS fundamentals including discriminative characteristics, related terminology, and relevant statistics. The principles of motor learning and evidenced-based intervention approaches will be introduced. Culturally and linguistically responsive frameworks to facilitate optimal service delivery unique to this population will be discussed throughout the presentation.
1
CSD12
3:00 - 4:00 pm
Brigitta Walker,Elizabeth Meyerowitz
Centennial
Special Issues
Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education: Friend or Foe
The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in higher education is transforming the landscape of teaching and learning.
AI facilitates personalized learning experiences and offers the potential to enhance educational outcomes and increase accessibility. However, challenges related to ethical considerations and adapting to new technologies must be carefully navigated. The adoption of AI in higher education holds the promise of revolutionizing the educational experience while raising critical questions about its responsible and equitable implementation.
1
SID07
Gary
Valeria
Medical Hannover III
Reducing Dementia Risks in African-Americans with Mild Cognitive Impairment Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) may increase the risk of dementia, but there are ways that individuals can reduce their risk. Structural racism and health disparities often create barriers to care that further increase dementia risk in Black patients with MCI. Learn how SLPs can use the current evidence about lifestyle factors to advocate for their patients and incorporate wellness into their care plans.
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MBD10
3:00 - 3:30 pm
Mi-Tresa Billingsley, Diana Blakeney-Billings
Medical Hannover III
Unveiling the Unheard: Exploring Hearing Loss in Stroke Survivors
This presentation is the result of the presenter’s father having a fatal stroke and the healthcare disparities the family suffered with his medical care. Topics such as stroke symptoms and stroke-related hearing issues will be discussed in depth. The staggering number of strokes annually, survival stories, and health risks will be addressed. One deficit is the lack of proper screening protocols addressing hearing loss after an attack.
MBD11 G
3:30 - 4:00 pm
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TITLE TRACK ROOM
Farwa Husain
The Lived Experiences of Black Women who Stutter: Qualitative Exploration
Enjoli Richardson,Courtney Byrd, Megan Young
Cultural Diversity Governors I
The purpose of this session is to engage in meaningful dialogue about the unique lived experiences of Black women who stutter. This discussion will cover a brief overview of stuttering and intersectionality to frame the discussion with specific focus on Race, Gender, and Dis/ability. Shortly after, participants will be able to participate in conversation on implications for practice that can be implemented in efforts to care for Black women who stutter.
1
CLD11
Zaneta Ponton, Katrina Miller
II
Leadership Governors
Debra Dwight
Clinical/School Hannover II
Jackie Rodriguez, Julia Morgan, Rachel Dawson
Leadership Willow Oak
Tena McNamara, Dawn Ellis
Centennial
Special Issues
Amy Hobek, R. Danielle Scott
Oak AB
Invited
Code
Red: Stress First Aid in Clinical Education Stress
First Aid is a conceptual model utilized in aiding persons who are experiencing various levels of stress. In clinical education, research has indicated that students and clinical educators exhibit varying levels of stress associated with performance and productivity. A community of well-being is essential to the overall success of academic training programs. This session will discuss the continuum model of stress first aid and its need for adoption and application in clinical education.
1
LPD11
Connectivity: Cooperative Learning in Speech-Language Pathology Clinical Training
Students often experience difficulty in connecting knowledge obtained in classrooms with knowledge needed for best practices in clinics. This session presents successes in arranging students in learning groups designed to simulate real-time therapy intervention with each student assuming revolving learning roles during the clinical training process. Groups are assigned didactic topics such as motor speech or language disorders as focal points while learning the specifics of therapy intervention for clients with these assigned disorders.
1
CSD13
Roadmap to Travel Speech Language Pathology: A Beginner’s Guide
This presentation introduces the unique opportunities, challenges, and rewards that come with being a travel therapist. Topics will include risks and benefits, navigating licensure, and housing. With discussion of stress management techniques for a career in travel therapy.
1
LPD12
Addressing Disablism/Ableism in Society and Employment
Our society has typically defined disability by restrictions that relate to what an individual cannot do. This is an ableist viewpoint that does not take into consideration strategies and adaptations that empower disabled individuals (Nick, 2022). This presentation offers testimonials, examples, and insights into ableist presumptions that can be reflected in how we treat disabled people. Strategies and resources will be reviewed that support disabled persons and their families in achieving desired goals.
1
SID08
The Essence of Cultural Humility: The Inaugural Cohort’s Lessons Learned
This roundtable discussion will focus on the yearlong NBASLH affinity community dedicated to exploring the 4 areas of cultural humility: lifelong learning, self-reflection, mutual partnerships, institutional accountability. The panel will discuss the Cultural Humility Conference, asynchronous and synchronous learning throughout the year and how they will utilize these tools.
1
INV06
NBASLH Convention 2024 | 61 = Time ID = Session ID = Session Type (1.5 =1hr 30min) = Withdrawn T = Technical Session G = Undergraduate or Graduate Student Forum ID TITLE TRACK ROOM PRESENTERS SATURDAY,
Registration/Help Desk 8:00
4:00 pm ~ Exhibits Open 8:00 am4:00 pm 8:00 - 9:00 am
4/13/2024
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Efficacy of NMES for Dysphagia in Children with Neurological Impairments
Liya Kahsay
Medical Hannover III
NMES is a proposed treatment modality for dysphagia in children with neurological impairments. This poster examines the level of evidence available for NMES. Overall, studies support that NMES is safe and claim that it may be more effective compared to conventional methods of dysphagia treatment. However, significant methodological limitations, such as small sample sizes, lack of control groups, and the use of non-validated and/or subjective outcome variables make this claim unsubstantiated at this time.
1
MBD12
8:00 - 8:30 am
Members Oak AB Brittney Pettis, Brittani H. Cobb
Affiliates Meeting
1
Taydi Ray
Cultural Diversity Governors I
Tanya Wilson, Nia Johnson, Alicia Smalls, Reagan Njoku, Lauren Frasier
II
Leadership Governors
Considerations for Service Delivery with Latino Children and Families
As the Latino population continues to rise, the number of Latino speech-language pathologists (SLPs) remains low. As a result, SLPs must be prepared to work with Latino children and families regardless of their racial/ethnic background. This presentation will a) discuss cultural, linguistic, and phonological factors in service delivery with the Latino population and b) provide recommendations for practice.
1
CLD12
9:00 - 10:00 am
Compassionate Supervision for Students in Speech-Language Pathology
This presentation aims to explore the role of compassionate supervision in fostering a supportive learning environment for students pursuing degrees in Speech-Language Pathology. It delves into the multifaceted aspects of supervision, emphasizing the significance of trust-building, constructive feedback, and inclusivity to create a positive and nurturing atmosphere. Through this presentation, participants will acquire practical tools and perspectives that aid in the development of a supportive supervisory approach, ensuring the best possible learning experiences for students.
1
LPD13
Tracy CamilleJohnson
Clinical/School Hannover II
Pediatric Interprofessional Dynamic Duo: SLPs and OTs
Many parents are unaware of the support available to their children while our society maintains a stigma around seeking help. SLPs can be the first therapeutic interventionist a parent may pursue or know about. However, when addressing the whole child, other developmental delays outside feeding and communication may be impacting the skills an SLP is targeting. Having awareness, seeking, and advocating for interprofessional collaboration with an OT has better outcomes for an individual child.
1
CSD14
Pamela Rowe, Jessica Hooke
Medical Hannover III
Medical Mistrust: Past, Present, and Future Implications for SLPs/Audiologists
Medical mistrust is a “lack of trust in or suspicion of medical organizations” (Jaiswal & Halkitis, 2019). It is found in every area of education, healthcare, and care management in the United States. As healthcare providers, we serve a diverse population. Learn dynamic ways to delve into cultural humility, incorporate patient-centered care, and view our patients from different perspectives to build a bridge to better communication and trust within the healthcare system.
1
MBD13
9:15 - 10:15 am
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TITLE TRACK ROOM
TITLE
Innovative Clinical Training to Support Learners with Different Learning Style
In this presentation, we are going to address various methods in which clinical supervision can occur on a day-to-day basis, in dyads (one-to-one), group supervision (2-6 clinicians), and peer supervision. Clinical supervision models including inperson supervision, remote supervision (ex. videoconferencing and email), hybrid supervision, as well as simulation-based clinical training will be discussed and evaluated. Leadership Willow Oak Kelly Uitenham, Grace Hao, Cheria Hay
1
LPD14
Alexis Lawton
Centennial
Special Issues
Can teletherapy eliminate the barrier to accessibility for rural students?
With the COVID-19 pandemic and SLP shortage, students made slower—or no—progress on their goals. As the shortage worsens, particularly in rural areas, schools are unable to adequately provide services. In response, several alternatives have been suggested and tried such as teletherapy to overcome barriers of distance, unavailability of specialists, and impaired mobility. However, there are some downsides to this alternative. This presentation will discuss the pros and cons to teletherapy as it addresses rural disparities.
1
SID09
Darius Thomas, Jerrold Jackson
Oak AB
Invited
The Essence of Dynamic Supervision: Let the Collaboration Begin! This course is designed specifically for speech-language pathologists and audiologists seeking to enhance their supervision skills. This session delves into the art of effective supervision, offering insights into best practices, ethical considerations, and practical strategies for guiding and mentoring graduate clinicians, assistants, clinical fellows, and other professionals. Whether you’re a seasoned supervisor or new to the role, this course will empower you to foster growth, competence, and confidence in your supervisees.
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INV07
Gabriella Billups, Linia Willis, Shana Matthews
Cultural Diversity Governors I
Method to the Matching or Madness?: Protocols for Practicum Selection
At the top of the semester, graduate students, practicum supervisors, and clinical liaisons alike anxiously await practicum assignment details. While students hope to gain valuable clinical skills on the road to 400 hours, practicum supervisors manifest the strong student trope. Themes of fairness, microaggressions, diversity of placements and supervisor credentialing are all factors that can determine if a rotation is successful. This seminar will spark the conversation about this dilemma from a minority perspective.
1
CLD13
Camilo Maldonado, Kwadwo Agyekum, Micah Stanton
Leadership Governors II
9:15 - 10:15 am
10:00 am-12:00 pm
Successes and Challenges of Mentorship: Perspectives of the Mentors
This study investigated the ways SLPs of color perceived their involvement in a mentoring program for undergraduates. Eight students were assigned to four mentors throughout an academic year. Following this experience, mentors reported successes related to supporting academic knowledge and professionalism, helping their mentees cultivate more culturally and linguistically responsive perspectives, and providing emotional support for their students. They also identified various barriers to effective mentoring. Suggestions to overcome identified challenges will be discussed.
1
LPD15
10:30 - 11:30 am
Adanna Burrell
Clinical/School Hannover II
Empowering Voices: Nurturing Effective Communication and Self-Understanding Using Holistic Approaches
This session is designed to provide SLPs with innovative approaches on how to foster effective communication skills and social-emotional learning in children. The presenters will provide innovative and holistic approaches to help children develop strong communication skills, introspection, and self-awareness. They will also share tools from their integrated program that combines the principles of holistic education, yoga, and speech therapy to enhance children’s social-emotional learning and empower them to articulate their thoughts and feelings effectively.
1
CSD15
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Keena James Seward, KyleGreene-Pendelton
Invited Hannover III
This session will provide an overview of current policy issues that impact black audiologists and speech-language pathologists. Additionally, the session will discuss how clinicians and researchers can integrate advocacy into their work.
1 GAPP Presents: Integrating Advocacy Into Professional Practice
INV08
Unlocking Corporate Speech Pathology: Essential knowledge for Speech Pathologists
This presentation addresses the rationale for speech pathologists to broaden their horizons by embracing the realm of corporate speech pathology. Though this is unchartered territory and knowledge for some speech pathologists, this presentation will reveal how their unique skill sets can significantly contribute to enhancing the communication skills of adults in their personal lives and within the corporate world. Findings and personal business experience provide three pivotal takeaways that participants will gain from this presentation. Leadership Willow Oak Adrienne Singletary
1
LPD16
10:30 - 11:30 am
Mariah Emery, Wenisha Adams, Shante Sellers, Jonthan Love
Centennial
Special Issues
Secure!!! Interactive Workshop: Maintaining & Building Your Business
1 Keep the bag
Kierra Simmons, Brittney Moore
Student Oak AB
Contracting has become a big trend in the therapy world. More therapists are contracting and creating their own staffing agencies. In graduate school, we are taught clinical aspects of being an SLP. However, learning to be a successful business owner is not taught. Join us in a safe space as we engage in an interactive workshop, develop solutions to problems, learn how to incorporate systems to expand your business and build wealth.
SID10
Katherine Scarlett, Jacqueline Jones- Brown
Cultural Diversity Governors I
Student-Mentor Luncheon: The Essence of Vision
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STU04
12:00 - 2:00 pm
Danielle Devore, Dionne Walker
Leadership Governors II
Expanding Linguistic Diversity Within Deaf Culture: Signs SLPs Should Know
This presentation aims to expand the speech-language pathologist’s perspective of cultural and ethical considerations when serving members of the Deaf and Hard-of-hearing (D/HH) community. This is significant in keeping with ASHA’s commitment to meeting the needs of culturally and linguistically diverse populations. Our goal is to ensure that signs are taught in a way that maintains respect for the D/HH community at large while learning basic ASL signs.
1
CLD14
Empowering Growth: Navigating Success Through Self-Advocacy in Internships
Self-advocacy during an internship involves effectively communicating one’s needs, interests, and goals that will contribute to an individual’s ability to thrive in a dynamic work setting. The synergy between soft skills and self-advocacy is integral for professional development. This presentation will discuss the role of soft skills during an internship and address critical aspects of self-advocacy during supervision, including advocating for learning opportunities, seeking feedback, and building a positive relationship with the supervisor.
1
LPD17
1:00 - 2:00 pm
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ID TITLE TRACK ROOM PRESENTERS
Blank Center CARE™ Model: Culturally Responsive Stuttering Treatment and Considerations
Kia Johnson, Courtney Byrd, Geoff Coalson, Caitlin Franchini
Clinical/School Hannover II
Continued growth in cultural diversity within the United States motivates the need to ensure the provision of culturally responsive stuttering treatment for school-age children. This presentation will include discussion relative to considerations of culture and its impact on stuttering. Discussion will also highlight the Blank Center CARE™ Model, a culturally responsive treatment approach centered on targeting communication, advocacy, resiliency, and education in culturally and linguistically diverse children who stutter.
1
CSD16
Marlon John, Shaleeta Jones, Morgan Moore, Nailah Smith, Ovetta Harris, Valencia Perry
Medical Hannover III
The aim of this session is to prepare culturally and linguistically diverse professionals in CSD to consider obtaining a research doctoral degree. This session will involve knowledge sharing and a panel discussion that will empower attendees to take action toward pursuing a PhD in CSD or helping uplift others in pursuit of this degree and career.
1 Suprise Suprise: Diversifying the PhD in CSD
MBD14
Leadership Willow Oak Portia Carr, Monica Franklin
This session explores the perspectives and experiences of private practice owners, delving into advocacy, cultural considerations, navigating payor sources, financial management, and marketing strategies. Discussions on serving diverse client populations will emphasize creating inclusive environments. Insights into financial management strategies, marketing approaches,and fostering community relationships, will equip practitioners to navigate the complexities of private practice successfully. The session’s overarching goal is to move beyond a one-size-fits-all approach, promoting inclusive, client-centered, and sustainable practices.
Tina Smith, Terrie Gibson, Nicole Jenkins, Tashaundra Bailey, Lakeysha Hampton
Special Issues Centennial
1 Perspectives in Private Practice: One Size Doesn’t Fit All
1:00 - 2:00 pm
LPD18
Leadership Willow Oak Ayden Kpormegbey,Natalie King-Shaw, Mya Wyatt, Kourtney Black, Taylor Tate
Retention of Knowledge and Skills After Initial Learning: Lessons Learned Retention occurs when concepts stored in long term memory can be recalled. Research shows that students tend to forget information initially learned within 24 hours if it is not applied. Formative assessments results reveal the importance of incorporating active learning into the curriculum to promote retention. The purpose of this presentation is to discuss the collaborative strategies implemented to help students retain and transfer knowledge and skills learned in the classroom to the clinical setting.
1
SID11
Empowering Mentorship: Advocacy from TK To Higher Education and Beyond
The AMANI Project and NBASLH Neighbors are programs designed to advocate for black students through empowering, culturally centered, linguistically affirming, trauma-informed, and autonomy-supportive mentorship. These case studies highlight the importance of implementing mentorship and advocacy practices throughout students’ educational journeys. Using an implementation science framework, we will provide a toolkit for educators and clinicians to use advocacy to mitigate systemic barriers historically marginalized students face.
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LPD19
Beyoncé’s Always on Beat: The Rhythm of Inclusion and Belonging
Cultural Diversity Governors
The intention of this rhythmical, interactive session is to engage Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences (SLHS) professionals in learning to inform practices around inclusion and belonging. In alignment with the Essence of NBASLH, Mrs. Beyoncé’s Knowles-Carter has a history of performing at the Essence Festival. Beyoncé’s “Renaissance World Tour” will be analyzed to demonstrate five overarching lessons on belonging to apply to SLHS. The presenter will provide practical strategies and reflective journal prompts for participants.
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CLD15
2:15 - 3:15 pm
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ID TITLE TRACK ROOM PRESENTERS
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R. Danielle Scott
Amber Franklin, Julia Marie Albesa, Gabrielle Christmon, Sean Fogerty, EmilyWhitaker
Leadership Governors II
Identity Formation, Self Authorship, and the CSD Professional Journey
Becoming a speech language pathologist or an audiologist is more than a destination, it’s a journey. In this seminar, participants will engage in practices to explore their professional identities based on their own experiences, beliefs, and values. Practices grounded in Self Authorship, Career Construction Theory, and the StAAR counseling framework will help students and professionals reflect on the past, present, and future elements of their academic and professional journeys.
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LPD20
Amy Clark
II
Clinical/School Hannover
PROMPT: A Whole Child Approach
PROMPTs for Restructuring Oral Muscular Phonetic Targets (PROMPT) is a whole child approach based on the Conceptual Framework (CF), which is comprised of three domains: Physical-Sensory, Cognitive-Linguistic, and Social-Emotional. It takes into consideration how children understand and use language, socially interact with others and how their articulators move during speech production. Complex cases will be presented to promote discussion and highlight how PROMPT approaches communication breakdowns across these domains in assessment and treatment.
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CSD17
Terrie Gibson, Tina Smith
Medical Hannover III
IPE and IPP: Improving Patient Outcomes and Professional Relationships
Interprofessional practice (IPP) improves patient outcomes in speech pathology (ASHA, nd). However, IPP may not be effective if team members are unknowledgeable of available speech pathology services. Therefore, interprofessional education (IPE), where two or more professions discuss their expertise, may facilitate IPP. It is important for speech pathology programs and local universities to provide students with a variety of IPE/IPP experiences. The IPE format, case studies, and suggestions for collaborations will be discussed.
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MBD15
2:15 - 3:15 pm
Adrienne Wallace, Melissa Jakubowitz
Centennial
Special Issues
Navigating Challenging Workplaces, Advocating for Change, and Exploring Career Paths
The shortages in speech-language pathology have created challenging working conditions, including high caseloads coupled with comparatively low pay. These factors have contributed to burnout, prompting many professionals to consider leaving the field altogether. Strategies to navigate the challenges posed by the shortages will be introduced and discussed, with a focus on empowering SLPs to take control of their professional journey by advocating for themselves in their current work setting or exploring alternative career paths.
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SID12
Natasha Carby-Joseph
Leadership Oak AB
Having a partner equally invested in the practice as you can be a win/win situation. Taking a good look at the pro’s/ con’s, your individual needs/wants, your tolerance levels, and several other factors is crucial. Awesome colleagues do not necessarily equate to great business partners.
1 To Partner or Not to Partner In Private Practice
LPD21
Eusebia Mont
Leadership Governors II
Reaching All Students: An Innovative Approach to Diversifying the Curriculum
This session describes a project to overhaul the curriculum, integrating diverse perspectives into course design and improving the departmental climate through instructor coaching. Scholarly literature tells us behavioral beliefs produce favorable or unfavorable attitudes, which shape interactions, possibly creating barriers to equity and inclusion in teaching.
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LPD22
By restructuring course content to incorporate themes of equity and inclusion, and addressing instructor attitudes and beliefs, we can cultivate professionals who research and practice with cultural humility.
3:30 - 4:00 pm
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PRESENTERS
ID TITLE TRACK ROOM
The Art of Client Retention
Leadership Willow Oak Alice Williams
This presentation explores the intricate art of client retention by dissecting five key elements: Creating Buy-In, Establishing Boundaries, Consistency, Flexibility, and Authenticity. The overarching purpose is to equip clinicians with a holistic understanding and actionable strategies to cultivate enduring client relationships, recognizing the profound impact on business success and client satisfaction.
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LPD23
Elizabeth Meyerowitz, BrigittaWalker
Centennial
Special Issues
The session delves into the multifaceted applications of AI across various stages of the research process, spanning from creation of a research question, development of a relevant literature review, collection of data and culminating in analysis and synthesis of findings. It examines how specific AI-driven tools, including ChatGPT, gotFeedback, Elicit and LitMaps empower both student and faculty researchers to efficiently construct and conduct research.
Natasha Carby-Joseph
Leadership Oak AB
1 Harnessing the Power of AI in Academic Research
SID13
3:30 - 4:00 pm
The role of an entrepreneur is multi-faced and complex.Though exciting and rewarding, it comes with its own stressors, challenges, and unique pressures. Entrepreneurs are prone to have a significantly higher incidence of mental health difficulties than their colleagues who work in traditional settings. This presentation will explore the risk factors and ways to decrease and/or manage them.
T Mental Health and the SLP Entrepreneur
LPD24
Brittney Moore, Lakynn Hillhouse
Chrystal Ingram Williams, Estefania Bautista, Kiara Sandoval, KaylaWashington
Capital & Mezzanine
POSTER SESSIONS
Spend a minimum of 15 minutes at each poster presentation. The maximum allowed is 6 posters in a 90-minute poster session.
Effective Communication for Emergency Encounters: A Training Program for EMS
Audiology
Despite their high volume of direct-patient contact, emergency responders are often excluded in research that explores patient outcomes and experiences receiving emergency medical treatment. Professional development intended to improve EMS comfortability in communicating with individuals with hearing loss may be beneficial in helping them obtain important information during medical emergencies. This poster describes the Effective Communication for Emergency Encounters program, a virtual training to improve communication between adults with hearing loss and emergency responders.
Unveiling Disparities: Addressing Intervention for Blacks with Down Syndrome
Diversity
Exploring disparities in speech pathology services for Black individuals with Down syndrome reveals complex challenges in access, quality, and outcomes. This comprehensive literature review synthesizes existing research, identifying systemic, socio-economic, and cultural factors contributing to these disparities. The review highlights critical gaps in knowledge and interventions, offering insights to guide equitable policy-making and practice. Addressing these disparities is vital to ensure inclusive, effective speech pathology services for this demographic.
Poster Presentation
AAR14
CLD24
4:00 - 5:30 pm
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ROOM PRESENTERS
TITLE TRACK
NBASLH & Artivism
Kayla Williams,Monika Saldana, Jason Rosas, Miriam Velsor
Student and faculty collaboration is necessary to ensure efforts in accessibility, belonging and DEI reap tangible rewards.
Marlon John, Miguelina Zapata
Nailah Smith, Miguelina Zapata
Camille O'Quin, Nicole Bing, Jessica Bonner, Elaine Reyna
Capital & Mezzanine
Diversity
Taking a look at Adelphi University’s Speech and Hearing Clinic, we observed that the art on the walls did not properly reflect the diversity of our community, the mission of Adelphi University (AU), and our CSD department. NBASLH’s student affiliate partnered with Artivism to create and display art that students resonate with, and improves everyone’s sense of belonging.
CLD20
Strategies for Treatment of Bilingual & Monolingual Children & Implications
Diversity
There is an ongoing concern about the service delivery and success rate of intervention in bilingual and monolingual Spanish families of children with language disorders. The present study aims to highlight the perspectives of stakeholder and best practices for professionals who serve bilingual and monolingual Spanish children.
CLD26
Monolingual Spanish Parent Perspectives with ASD Diagnosis and Treatment
Diversity
Little evidence is available concerning parents’ and caregivers’ perspectives and experiences with Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis and treatment, especially those of monolingual Spanish speakers. As autism rates rise, Latinx and Hispanic immigration continues to rise as well. The present study is designed to examine the perspectives and experiences of monolingual Spanish-speaking parents of autism spectrum diagnosis and treatment.
CLD25
Jacy Hansen, Sophie Schmitz, Dani Scott, Becca Jarzynski
Inclusivity and Belonging: Empowering BIPOC Students in Communication Disorders
Fostering
Diversity
This poster delves into the innovative strategies of the SIERRA Program at Governors State University, which enhances the success of BIPOC students in Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD). It highlights the challenges faced by these students and showcases the program’s effective approaches. Using the ALIGN and REAP frameworks, the program seeks to increase diversity and equity in the field of Speech-Language Pathology, fostering a sense of belonging and strategies to overcome academic and socio-cultural barriers.
Poster Presentation
CLD21
4:00 - 5:30 pm
Shaniya Johnson,Jairus-Johnson Matthews, Zoe White
Diversity
Diversity
The Essence of Inclusion: A Reflective Roadmap for Representative Literature
The intention of this poster presentation is to describe an iterative, reflective method for clinicians to evaluate and appraise children’s literature using a lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). The researchers developed a roadmap for interrogating bias, stereotyping, and representation. Analyzing and appraising children’s literature is vital to creating equitable intervention and belonging in therapeutic spaces. A detailed explanation of the roadmap development, appraisal use, and reflection of material selection will be provided.
CLD19
A Comparison of Allied Health Organizational Strategies For Workforce Diversity
The lack of diversity in the Allied Health workforce is significantly out of congruence with the U.S. population. This presentation provides a cross-disciplinary analysis of how various allied health professional associations aim to increase DEI within the organizations. Greater workforce diversity is perceived as a strategy for reducing healthcare disparities for racial and ethnic minority populations and is thus a social justice initiative.
CLD18
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Cultural Transmission for DHH Children in a Multilingual Household
Sierra Hall, Arynn Byrd, Yi Ting Huang
Miguelina Zapata, Deja Stephenson, Brianna James, Danaize Sanchez
Capital & Mezzanine L. Iman Scott
Ruixia Yan, Sheila Bridges-Bond,Janeth Alonso- Burgos
Diversity
The intersection of Hispanic identity with a DHH diagnosis is an under-researched phenomenon. The purpose of the study is to uncover how Hispanic parents of d/Deaf children view cultural transmission. This study uses a qualitative phenomenological design to explore the experiences of these families from the parent’s perspective. It highlights the crucial role of clinicians in providing culturally responsive care, acknowledging the profound impact of cultural transmission and communication access on these families.
CLD27
Shaping Children’s Perspective on AAE: The Role of their Parents
Diversity
This project focuses on how African American parents view African American English (AAE) and communicate their views of the dialect with their children. My central hypothesis is that parents’ positive or negative experiences with AAE or General American English (GAE), will shape their perspectives and how they discuss it with their child. This study will use a survey that focuses on parent attitudes towards AAE and GAE and how they discuss dialect with children.
Diversity
Challenges of opening a CSD program in the Dominican Republic Howard University is working to develop programs in the Dominican Republic while training students to be culturally and linguistically sensitive. This poster session aims to detail the challenges when developing and working with an international program. A feasibility study will be completed and results will be provided during this poster presentation to detail the need of speech language pathologists and audiologists in the Dominican Republic.
Delivery of Culturally Responsive AAC Services to CLD Clients
CLD17
CLD22
Britnee Jean, Angela Phan, Lisandra Pereyra, Joanne Thai, Stephanie McMillen
Diversity
Culturally and linguistically diverse (CLD) clients with disabilities have historically been underserved in educational and health care settings. Culturally responsive (CR) and evidence-based practice (EBP) are essential for promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in speech-language pathology (SLP). However, little is known about the frequency with which SLPs engage in these practices. This study examined the perspectives of SLPs’ CR practices in the delivery of augmentative/ alternative communication (AAC) services to CLD clients and families.
Poster Presentation
CLD23
Alexis Lawton
Diversity
The ALIGN program focuses on facilitating the success of CSD BIPOC graduate students through professional skill building, peer networking, and mentorship. This presentation is led by four ALIGN program participants and reports on their perspectives of the program, including quantitative ratings and qualitative descriptions illustrating the overall positive impact on their graduate education. Based on the results, programs that support BIPOC students’ professional development are essential for increasing racial and ethnic diversity in CSD.
CLD16 BIPOC students’ perspectives on achieving success through the ALIGN Program
Collaborating with Teachers to Increase AAC Engagement in the Schools
Clinical/School
Do you ever walk into a classroom to find your student’s augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) device sitting on a shelf? Does everyone in the school think of it as a voice? After experiencing AAC access challenges with many well-meaning educators on a number of occasions, I soon discovered other school-based speech-language pathologists encountered similar challenges. In this presentation, I will discuss themes that emerged when I asked for theories as to why this happens.
CSD20
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TRACK ROOM PRESENTERS
TITLE
4:00 - 5:30 pm
TITLE
Megan Young,Courtney Byrd, Enjoli Richardson
Joy Kennedy, Ajong Fonda, Alaija Hoskins, Mina McGee
Clinical/School
The Clinical Utility of Voluntary Stuttering: A Qualitative Analysis Research suggests that voluntary stuttering (VS) that matches one’s authentic stuttering is associated with greater selfreported benefits than the use of easy, effortless repetitions. In the present study, we build upon previous survey-based research by analyzing interviews from 12 adults who stutter with experience using VS that matches their authentic stuttering. Our findings demonstrate the perceived benefits and challenges of VS in addition to the role of speech-language pathologists in facilitating use of this strategy.
CSD18
Alexis Lawton
Visual Feedback Treatment Approaches: The History, Clinical Practice, & Pedagogical Implications
Clinical/School
The purpose of this this poster presentation is to (a) provide an historical overview of visual feedback approaches in speech-language pathology; (b) examine the characteristics of visual feedback approaches in speech-language pathology; (c) investigate the pedagogical implications of teaching and learning visual feedback treatment approaches within a Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) framework.
Visual Selective Attention and Fast Mapping Skills in Young Children
This study explores how typically developing preschoolers use auditory cues for visual attention during a fast-mapping task.
CSD19
Megan Young,Courtney Byrd, Enjoli Richardson
Capital & Mezzanine
Language
By manipulating a salient object’s location (central or peripheral), we examine its impact on attention and word learning in children with typical hearing. Older children performed slightly better in the peripheral condition, though not significantly.
LAL11
Future research with hearing-impaired children is essential to understand how heightened awareness outside the central vision influences word learning in this population.
Educator Values and Students With Complex Communication Needs
Language
Literacy is a life skill. Yet, access to comprehensive literacy instruction remains elusive for students with complex communication needs. The results of this small, embedded case study inform results of a larger 5-year implementation study conducted in self-contained classrooms of a large urban school district, grades pre-K to adult transition services. Semistructured interviews with teachers shed light on opportunities and conflict encountered when an educator’s personal values meet the fast-changing environments in which they teach.
Poster Presentation
LAL13
Joy Kennedy, Ajong Fonda, Alaija Hoskins, Mina McGee
Frandia Bazelais, Flor Ramirez, Fernando Beltran, Greeshma Raghavan, Linda Spencer
Language
Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) frequently evaluate students from diverse language and cultural backgrounds. Dynamic assessment (DA), and the test-teach-retest paradigm, has been an established evidence-based practice within speech-language pathology for over 25 years. However, there continues to be a paucity of utility and use of DA as an assessment methodology by SLPs. In this session, The authors will present tools and recommendations to assist clinicians with adapting DA into their routine evaluation practices.
LAL12 Building Familiarity with Modifiability Scales for Dynamic Assessment
4:00 - 5:30 pm
Leadership
Inclusive Pathways: Triumphs and Challenges: Minority Scholars
This presentation presents data from the lived experience of four minority students in their journey to higher education. Specifically, data will outline the trials and tribulations experienced as minority students as they transitioned into graduate school in a predominately white community. It is intended for faculty, administrators, and students/peers and presents an enlightening narrative of resilience and problem-solving.
LPD25
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Cannabis: The Results Are In
Dis-”Cypher”-ing
Nailah Smith, Valencia Perry, Ovetta Harris
The results are in. Medicinal cannabis continues to gain popularity amongst people with neurologically-based conditions.
Leadership
However, few patients have access to resources for this alternative medicine. Results from an ethnographic interview investigation designed to capture the complex nature of adults’ decision-making processes for choosing medication to regulate behavioral and communication deficits secondary to acquired or developmental neurological conditions. This is a follow-up to a poster presented at NBASLH Convention 2023.
Leadership Eric Bonilla
LPD26
Apprehension Among Speech Language Pathologists When Implementing Counseling
With research indicating apprehension among speech-language pathologists (SLPs) around the implementation of counseling, we must understand the perspectives of communications sciences and disorders faculty on this phenomenon. Through qualitative measures, valuable themes surfaced around the problem of students graduating from master’s programs and initiating their careers with a lack of confidence when providing emotional guidance to clients and caregivers as it pertains to targeted communication and swallowing disorders.
Collaborating with CSD Students from Marginalized Groups
LPD27
Leadership Sena Crutchley
Tiffany Hill, Valencia Perry, Nailah Smith
Nicole Shelton, Katie Simon, Felicia Hammerschmidt, Lyndsey Howard, H. Sheen Chiou, Claire Liu
Capital & Mezzanine
To effectively address the underrepresentation of marginalized students and professionals in CSD and to adequately train current and future CSD professionals in cultural humility and responsiveness, involving CSD students from marginalized backgrounds in the development and implementation of DEI related initiatives offers substantial benefits. This poster will outline the benefits of including marginalized students on a DEI task force and in the development of a graduate-level, CSD DEI course.
Communication Disorders in a Post-Covid Climate: African-American Children’s Public Health
Poster Presentation
LPD28
4:00 - 5:30 pm
Leadership
The climate in the U.S. has significantly changed since the social-justice movement involving George Floyd’s murder and the Covid-19 pandemic. Although there is talk about systemic improvements pertaining to diversity, equity, and inclusion, the facts suggest otherwise. Specifically, there is a public health crisis affecting African-American children, especially those with communication disorders. This poster will discuss the current landscape we are facing as professionals and offer recommendations for improving public health outcomes pertaining to this population.
LPD29
Culturally Responsive Meaningful Memory Book Curation for Adults with Dementia
Medical
The personalization of the memory book allows individuals with dementia to have meaningful engagement and share stories that are culturally and linguistically relevant to their lives. We compared two different approaches to creating a personalized memory book to guide meaningful conversation with two older adults with dementia. One participant was a White female resident with dementia from the Midwest and the other was an African American resident with dementia who grew up in the South.
Medical Morgan Moore,Miguelina Zapata
MBD16
Around the Table: Feeding and Swallowing Intervention of Bilingual Children
This session seeks to explore current service delivery challenges and barriers to speech and language services to bilingual families and the overall bilingual caregiver/parent perspective of speech and language therapy treatment of bilingual children with feeding and swallowing difficulties. This poster will also address clinician perspectives to providing culturally responsive services to bilingual families of children with feeding and swallowing impairments.
MBD17
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ID
Autumn Boone, Jasmine Branch, Donovan Hanson, Nastassia Horn, Amanda Melendez, Alaina Davis
S. Katie Rogers, Madison Nabholz, Ansely McElveen, Dayle McEwen, Erin Eulitz, ChynnaMcLendon
Capital & Mezzanine
Morgan Moore, Valencia Perry
Evan Chambers, Jessica Huber
Among Black Athletes
Examining Healthcare Disparities and Concussion Reporting
Medical
Healthcare disparities are significant for the Black population secondary to issues such as lack of access to healthcare and health education. These issues have led to barriers in concussion reporting among Black athletes. The purpose of this study is two-fold: 1) Analyze concussion reporting practices among Black athletes and athletic stakeholders including speechlanguage pathologists, athletic trainers, and coaches.
2) Examine the psychosocial factors associated with healthcare disparities and identify relationships to attitudes surrounding concussion reporting.
SLP’s Perception of Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation for Post-Stroke Dysphagia Treatment
Medical
The purpose of this study was to understand speech-language pathologists’ experiences and opinions of NMES in the state of South Carolina. Data was collected by surveys completed by speech language pathologists in South Carolina across multiple different settings.
MBD18
The EASI Model: Strategies for Early Intervention Success
Medical
The EASI model is a program designed to enhance service delivery and speech and language therapy outcomes to families of infants and toddlers with feeding and swallowing difficulties by 1. Increasing the awareness of EI services developed for families with infants and toddlers who have feeding and swallowing dif ficulties, 2. Support speech-language pathologists with education, advocacy and training, and 3. Connect Families with service providers and resources for an optimal early intervention experience.
Poster Presentation
MBD19
4:00 - 5:30 pm
MBD21
Hidden “Tax”: Investigating Voice Disorders in Teachers with Marginalized Identities
Medical
The question considered for this project is if the likelihood of developing a voice disorder is higher in teachers with marginalized identities. Findings suggest that since teachers with marginalized identities experience additional stressors on top of the risk factors of being teachers, they may have a higher likelihood of developing a voice disorder. As such, teacher identity should be considered when evaluating voice problems.
MBD20
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TITLE TRACK ROOM PRESENTERS
University of Cincinnati
Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) Department
Uniquely located on the university‘s medical campus creates opportunities for partnerships and collaborations
College of Allied Health Sciences - 2023
Recipient of the Health Professions
Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) award from INSIGHT into Diversity Magazine
CSD-Diversity Committee established with a mission to develop an academic and clinical environment that is welcoming, equitable, and inclusive for faculty, staff, students, clients, and communities served throughout our programs
Unique and diverse education, research, and service experiences
Programs Offered
• Bachelor of Science in Speech Language
Hearing Sciences
• Doctor of Audiology
• Doctor of Philosophy in Communication Sciences and Disorders
• Graduate Certificate in Animal Audiology
• Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology
University of Cincinnati College of Allied Health Sciences
Communication Sciences and Disorders
https://cahs.uc.edu/about/departments-schools/communication-sciences-and-disorders.html
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513.558.8501
Dr. Orlando Taylor Honoring His Legacy
Garvin P. Romane, Ph.D. NBASLH CEU Administrator
Long Beach, California Renaissance Long Beach Hotel
Chrystal Ingram Williams Convention Chair
Lauren Prather Convention Co-chair