The School of Allied Health and Communicative Disorders (AHCD) welcomed members of their advisory board to the Wellness and Literacy Center on Jan. 19, 2024. Board members include local audiologists, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, agency administrators, and graduate students.
“We are so appreciative of the alumni, current graduate students and community professionals who agreed to serve on the advisory board,” said AHCD chair Sherrill Morris. “They are generous with their time and feedback, sharing their current knowledge and perceptions.”
During the meeting, NIU program directors Chas. Pudrith (audiology), Rosanne Thomas (physical therapy), and Janet Olson (speech-language pathology) shared information regarding the strengths of AHCD programs. Kim Wedoff, director of clinic finance and operations, reported on NIU clinic services and partnerships.
Of great importance, board members identified program strengths and offered ideas related to areas of growth. 
“Advisory Board members were eager to provide their insights regarding the skills needed in new employees and their perspectives related to areas in which we can facilitate even greater strength,” Morris said. “We look forward to future collaboration and conversations.”
Karen Kockler, last year’s recipient of the AHCD speech-language pathology alumni award, was elected as chair of the 2024 Advisory Board which will meet again in September.
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