Communication Sciences and Special Education

Advisory Board

The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders (CMSD) Advisory Board was established to assist the department in achieving its mission and vision, with a focus on the services provided by the Speech and Hearing Clinic. Board members represent community leaders, academia, and stakeholders who have an interest in the program. Through contact with knowledgeable external advisors, the department seeks to gain critical input and recommendations on issues related to:

Achievement of the department's mission and vision
Strategic planning for continued growth and excellence
A broad, objective perspective on departmental opportunities for improvement

The Advisory Board members are requested to:

Attend scheduled board meetings
Provide guidance and recommendations for program improvement, accomplishment of the department's mission and vision, and strategic planning;
Serve as knowledgeable resources for new initiatives and program development;
Provide advice on fund solicitation and foundation development; and
Provide advocacy and linkages to the community for increased awareness of the department's mission, vision, and services provided.

The department greatly appreciates the service of its current Advisory Board members who are:

Mr. Robert E. Argo
\Ms. Margaret Banner Allen
Dr. Joan Berryman
Dr. Anne Bothe
Ms. Marilynn Cary
Ms. Peggy Cole
Ms. Irene Cordell
Dr. Albert De Chicchis, Co-Chair
Ms. Jane Harvey
Ms. Martha Henderson
Mr. Charles Hunt
Ms. Sue Lindstrom
Mr. Richard Maggiore
Mr. Pete McCommons
Dr. Ray Neal
Ms. Lauren Oyler, Graduate Student Representative
Ms. Carol Ann Raymond, Co-Chair
Ms. Kimberly Rivero, Graduate Student Representative
Ms. Alisa Norris Schultz
Ms. Jane Seaton
Mr. Todd Story