Diversity & Inclusion Task Force May Update

Volunteer applications for the Diversity & Inclusion Task Force (DITF) 2021-2021 term are now open! We are looking for students who are interested in promoting diversity and cultural competency within the audiology student community. Apply today to be considered for the DITF!

In March, the DITF posted a graphic celebrating Christine Yoshinaga-Itano, PhD, for Women’s History Month. In April, we shared a graphic listing some considerations for working with Arab American patients for Arab American Heritage Month. Stay tuned to see our May infographic!

Did you see our latest webinar from last month? If not, check out the Facebook Page for our discussion on LGBTQ+ inclusive audiology with Drs. Sarah Sparks and Troy Cascia. Keep an eye on the SAA’s social media pages for more information about our next webinar!

As part of our charge to celebrate diversity, the SAA’s DITF has started a Student Spotlight initiative to showcase audiology students of various backgrounds. Nominate yourself or someone else today to be featured in this initiative on our social media platforms!

Follow the Student Academy of Audiology on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to stay informed!

Lily Rollins, BS, is the current President-Elect of the national Student Academy of Audiology. She is a third-year student from the University of Texas at Dallas. She is interested in adult diagnostics and hearing aids.