RISE-CSD

The purpose of the Research Initiative for Science Education in CSD (RISE-CSD) training program is to provide talented undergraduate Speech and Hearing Science majors with direct laboratory research experience through immersive, faculty-mentored activities.

Belonging and Inclusion

We work to reduce health disparities, support all marginalized communities, and foster an environment that is welcoming, elevating, and respectful for all.

Research

Outreach and Engagement

Clinical Services

CSD Features

Stuart and Courtney Craig

Speaking the Language of Love

Unbeknownst to this Iowa couple until recently, their connection’s deep roots include some big contributions to University of Iowa research.

Charlotte Hilker in Kosovo

Recent MA-SLP graduate makes advocacy global

When Charlotte Hilker received a Fulbright Grant to Kosovo after earning a master’s degree at Iowa, she knew she could be a skilled speech-language pathologist; now she’s flourishing as a changemaker.

Julie Jeon and Priyanka Gupte

Future audiologist to come full circle on Cochlear Implant journey

AuD student Priyanka Gupte is set to hone her audiology skills at an externship in the clinic where she received her own CIs.

 

Brandon Alpers with Wenjo sign

He’s the new leader of the band…and so much more

Brandon Alpers, a Speech and Hearing Science major set on becoming a pediatric audiologist, is the new Hawkeye Marching Band Drum Major.

Why Iowa?

Hear from three students why they chose Communication Sciences and Disorders at Iowa.

News and Announcements

Krista Davidson develops app to bridge communication gap during emergencies

Monday, September 30, 2024
Davidson, a clinical professor, recently developed the app RescueVoice, which assists first responders during an emergency when communicating with nonspeaking people.

Remembering CSD professor emeritus Paul J. Abbas

Thursday, September 26, 2024
Paul J. Abbas had a long and esteemed career as an auditory physiologist and cochlear implant expert at the University of Iowa. He was a long-standing and highly valued member of the faculty.

Beth Walker receives $1.2 million grant to increase training of students serving diverse communities

Wednesday, July 31, 2024
Walker, an associate professor, and her colleagues will train graduate students in audiology and speech-language pathology on working with and treating children with disabilities who come from multicultural backgrounds.

Upcoming Events

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Midwest Voice Symposium

Saturday, November 16, 2024 (all day)
Voxman Music Building
Midwest Voice Symposium The University of Iowa is hosting the first year of Midwest Voice on Nov. 16, 2024. The event will be held in Iowa City, Iowa at the beautiful and dynamic Voxman School of Music (an online option is available). This will be a daylong conference dedicated to the science, health, and art of the performing voice. Keynote presentations from NATS President Alexis Davis Hazell, Chairman of the Voice Foundation Dr. Robert Sataloff, Dr. Ingo Titze, Lynn Helding, Dr. Peter Pabon...
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2 nd

Ranked Audiology Program in the U.S.
(U.S. News and World Report, 2024)

5 th

Ranked Speech-Language Pathology Program in the U.S.
(U.S. News and World Report, 2024)