Pathology

liberal arts classes in order to receive their degree, with the purpose being to create a well-rounded, broadly educated person. Having knowledge in different subjects can be helpful in any professional field, including mine, which is speech-language pathology. By taking a multitude of classes, I will be more prepared when working in the professional field as a speech-language pathologist. The goal of this professional is to help people with communication disorders communicate more effectively.…

of my passion for the field of speech-language pathology for many years, and as I find myself at the conclusion of undergraduate career, I can proudly state that my fervor has only continued to grow. While there may be many other individuals parallel to me, I wholeheartedly believe that my enthusiasm for the field, willingness to succeed, and resourceful intellect make me an unassailable candidate for a place in your Masters of Speech-Language Pathology program at Nazareth College. At present,…

Paul Farmer’s Pathologies of Power is a compelling read when examining global health, as it takes shape using Farmer’s own experience as an anthropologist and healthcare practitioner in places such as Haiti, Mexico, Cuba and Russia. His firsthand experiences, backed by further research and statistics, prove invaluable in exploring the structural inequalities in health that people face, and the fact that they are nearly always coming “from above” (Farmer, 48). Split into two distinct sections,…

“A career in Speech-language pathology challenges you to use your intellect (the talents of your mind) in combination with your humanity (the gifts in your heart) to do meaningful work that feeds your soul… I am proud to be a member of what I consider to be the best profession on earth”. A speech language pathologists is compassionate changing the lives of others, is social- interacting with a variety of people with speech language disorders from all over the world, and is knowledgeable using…

Knowing this about each sound made allows for a clinician to plan an accurate and beneficial lesson plan for the therapy session. It is especially important for speech-language pathology students to learn the phonetic alphabet early on, as it requires practice and constant use to be able to use the alphabet in a conventional manner without having to stop and think about each sound. When practicing phonetic transcriptions in class…

Cole, P., & Taylor, O. (1990). Performance of working class African-American children on three tests of articulation. Language, Speech, and Hearing Services in Schools, 21, 171-176. INTRODUCTION AND LITERATURE REVIEW This study examined the effects of an African-American dialect, particularly Black English Vernacular (BEV), on the results of three tests of articulation. Articulation tests commonly compare the child’s phonological system to that of standard English, with little adjustment for…

communication disorders because of the relationship between children and education a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) encounters daily. It was the best advice I had ever received, and why I am applying to University of the Pacific’s Speech-Language Pathology 15-month graduate program. I want a career that has meaning and gives me the opportunity to make a real difference in people’s lives. I am a compassionate person…

I made CSUN’S Speech-Language Pathology graduate degree the goal that defined the trajectory of my undergraduate studies, work, and relevant activities. Having already spent three years at CSUN for my undergraduate studies in Speech-Language Pathology, I am certain it is the best place for me to continue my studies. The distinguished faculty at CSUN’s Speech-Language Pathology program not only possess field experience in all aspects of the profession,…

Successful communication can be hindered by numerous disorders and diseases. A career in speech pathology includes the responsibility in working to improve and recover communication skills of patients (Ferguson 498). Clients speech pathologist see include “people who can’t make speech sounds, with speech rhythm problems like stuttering, people with…

In Language Learning for School Aged Children, I developed a further understanding of literacy, as it pertains to language development and the field of Speech Pathology. Throughout the semester, I used several of the literacy-specific techniques and ideologies presented in this class; specifically, I used shared book reading to enhance reading comprehension at the Preschool for Creative Learning. Two lectures that I found particularly useful and referred to throughout the semester are the…