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Understanding the why

October 7, 2022 by Jonah Rosen

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Students enrolled in the doctor of audiology program at Missouri State University are exposed to a unique way of learning.

“Every class in the program allows our students to utilize our research labs to translate conceptual knowledge to hands-on experiences,” said Dr. Wafaa Kaf, professor at Missouri State.

“Our students must know how to evaluate, diagnose and interpret information for their patients. These labs allow them to practice before working in a clinic using evidence-based protocols and guidelines.”

Gaining practical experience

Audiology students have access to state-of-the-art facilities to apply the knowledge they are learning. They also develop the clinical and research foundations needed for a career in audiology.

Some of the focus areas of the research labs include:

    • Amplification research laboratory.
    • Auditory electrophysiology laboratory.
    • Vestibular laboratory.
    • Diagnostic Laboratory: Middle ear, migraine, and tinnitus research

These labs are also a recruitment tool for Missouri State’s audiology program.

“We are very fortunate to have access to these labs,” said graduate student Alyson Morgan. “They allow us to understand not only how to use these different resources to integrate the learned information from classes and reading materials, why and how to apply them before seeing clients.”

Students also must complete a doctoral research thesis/project before graduating, so they apply their knowledge and clinical skills using different test protocols and equipment  to conduct their own research on a topic of their interest in audiology.

Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic

Students in the doctor of audiology program also spend valuable time in the on-campus Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic, starting in their first semester in the program.

The clinic provides evaluation and treatment for people of all ages in the areas of speech-language pathology and audiology. Additionally, they provide early intervention for children who are deaf or hard of hearing.

Here in our Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic, graduate students participate in the testing and management of clients with hearing- and balance- problems as well as other communication disorders.

Learn about our doctor of audiology program

Filed Under: Communication Sciences and Disorders Tagged With: Communication Sciences and Disorders, MCHHS Spotlights, McQueary College of Health and Human Services, Speech Language and Hearing Clinic

The Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic: A quality place of care

November 29, 2021 by Jonah Rosen

https://www.missouristate.edu/CSD/Clinic/

The ways in which we can communicate shape how we engage with the world. Missouri State University’s Speech-Language-Hearing clinic brings new communication capabilities to those at Missouri State and the surrounding community.

“Our clinic is divided up into three separate programs,” Lauren Jones, director of the clinic, said. “We have a speech-language pathology program, audiological services and a pre-school for children who are deaf or hard of hearing .”

Audiological services

The clinic’s audiological offerings include hearing evaluations, hearing aid fittings and other audiological services.

“These services are provided by our doctoral-level audiology students and supervised by licensed and certified audiologists” Jones said.

Students working in the audiology program see patients weekly.

Speech-language pathology services

The clinic also offers a semester of long-term service for those who are needing speech and language therapy.

Graduate students in the speech-language pathology program are assigned clients who they see twice a week for the entire semester.

Preschool program

The preschool program is specifically designed for children ages 3-5 with impaired hearing.

“Our graduate students in the program work with children who may be deaf or hard of hearing,” Jones said. “The program helps children learn to interact with their peers and be more independent.”

The clinic offers free evaluations and consultations. No referrals are necessary.

If you think you may benefit from speech, language or hearing services, contact the clinic at CSDclinic@missouristate.edu or Lauren Jones at LaurenEJones@missouristate.edu.

Learn more about the Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic

Filed Under: Communication Sciences and Disorders Tagged With: Communication Sciences and Disorders, McQueary College of Health and Human Services, Speech Language and Hearing Clinic

Speech, Language and Hearing Clinic promotes collaboration between programs

May 17, 2021 by Strategic Communication

The Speech, Language and Hearing Clinic is a vital resource for the Missouri State campus and the surrounding community. Students and faculty work with patients in three programs: Speech-language pathology, early intervention of the deaf and hard of hearing and audiology. 

Dr. Lauren Jones, Tara Oetting and Dr. Sarah Jones oversee the clinic’s three programs. 

“The collaboration here is amazing,” Oetting said. “I have speech pathologists down the hallway to get information from and to help me learn different things, and audiologists are down the other hallway. The chance to learn from my colleagues, or even students in the other areas, is very rewarding.”  

Jones, Oetting and Jones discuss the collaborative and crucial work done in the clinic in May’s “Health Queries” episode.  

Listen to the episode 

 

Filed Under: Communication Sciences and Disorders Tagged With: audiology, Communication Sciences and Disorders, Lauren Jones, Sarah Jones, Speech Language and Hearing Clinic, speech-language pathology, Tara Oetting

Health building renamed Ann Kampeter Health Sciences Hall

October 2, 2020 by Nicki Donnelson

Especially in times of health crises, Missouri State University focuses on the importance of building a strong health care community.

The McQueary College of Health and Human Services (MCHHS) prepares students to fill urgent needs.

One way this is accomplished: give students access to first-rate facilities.

Today (Oct. 2), the Missouri State University Foundation unveiled a new name for the Professional Building: Ann Kampeter Health Sciences Hall.

It is named for Ann Kampeter, in recognition of a seven-figure gift to the foundation.

“Ann spent many hours in classes and visiting with faculty in the Professional Building when she was a student. Now she wants the physical surroundings to assist students in their education,” said Brent Dunn, executive director of the foundation.

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Ann Kampeter receives a Silver Medalilion for the Founders Club from President Smart.

Ann Kampeter receives a Silver Medallion for the Founders Club from President Smart in 2017.

Revealing the plan

Ann Kampeter Health Sciences Hall, formerly a bank building, stands at the corner of Kimbrough and Elm. Thanks to Kampeter’s gift, the building will undergo extensive renovations, including:

  • A centrally-located student access and advisement center that’s modern and fully equipped.
  • Updates to the Speech-Language and Hearing Clinic.
  • Additional meeting and study spaces.

“Missouri State students are motivated to make a difference in their communities,” said Missouri State President Clif Smart. “By improving facilities and giving students more spaces to collaborate, we are investing in the future of health care.”

Students study at the O’Reilly Clinical Health Sciences Center.
Nursing students work in the simulation lab in the O’Reilly Clinical Health Science Center.
Construction progresses on the McQueary Family Health Sciences Hall.
The O’Reilly Clinical Health Sciences Center houses occupational therapy, physician assistant studies, nursing and nurse anesthesia programs and the MSU Care Clinic.
The renovated Hill Hall is home to the department of Psychology.

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The renovations to Ann Kampeter Health Sciences Hall will begin immediately and be finalized by fall 2021.

“The renovated Ann Kampeter Health Sciences Hall will serve our students well as they study and gain practical experience in our labs, classrooms and clinics,” MCHHS Dean Dr. Mark Smith said.
Check out other health facilities on campus

The building houses:

  • Biomedical sciences department
  • Communication sciences and disorders department 
  • School of Nursing
  • Department of public health and sports medicine
  • Speech-Language and Hearing Clinic
  • Child Development Center
  • Preschool for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

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