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Catherine Palmer Named Chair of Pitt SHRS’ Communication Science and Disorders Dept.; Set to Launch New Policy Center

January 17, 2024 | 6 min read

Palmer joined the University in 1990 and expanded her role as director of Audiology at UPMC in 1998. Since then, she has been a critical contributor to tremendous growth in both the CSD Department at Pitt and the Audiology service line at UPMC.

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Thoughts on Letters of Recommendation – From Communication Science and Disorders Professor Mark DeRuiter

October 3, 2023 | 4 min read

Program Director and Professor Mark DeRuiter gives his advice on including letters of recommendation in applications to the Department of Communication Science and Disorders.

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Gauvin Named SHRS Associate Dean of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Community Engagement

April 3, 2023 | 9 min read

“Nancy has the expertise to address the challenges we face in recruiting and retaining faculty, staff and students of diverse backgrounds. She also has the academic, clinical and research knowledge to drive change and create actionable plans to foster more equitable and inclusive learning and working environments spanning from the…