CDS Fun Facts
Between which ages do children experience proximal language acquisition?
2-7 years old
When does NSSLHA host its annual grad student panel?
Spring term
ˈkɒkliər ɪmˈplæːnt
cochlear implant
What does the acronym NSSLHA stand for?
National Student Speech Language Hearing Association
What are the three smallest bones in the body, and where are they located?
Malleus, incus, and stapes: located in the middle ear
What movie features King George VI and his journey through speech therapy?
The King's Speech
True or False: You need a master's degree to become a SLPA
False, you need 100 hours of field work and certification/licensure
ˈmæliəs, ˈɪŋkəs, stæpiz
malleus, incus, stapes
What association is NSSLHA recognized by?
ASHA (American Speech-Language-Hearing Association)
Children learn roughly what percentage of their native language by the age of 3?
80%
How many times per hour does a sleeping person swallow?
3 times per hour
What criteria do most professors require in order to write you a letter of rec?
- Have you taken a class with them?
- Provide a resume
- Ask nicely and professionally!
ˈsɛrəbrᵊl ˈpɔːlzi
cerebral palsy
What year was NSSLHA established?
1972
How many people are affected by stuttering nationwide?
roughly 3 million
How many muscles are required to produce speech?
Producing speech requires the coordinated action of about 100 different muscles across the chest, neck, jaw, tongue, and throat.
What is a statement of purpose?
Basically, a personal statement!
An essay explaining your academic background, professional goals, reasons for pursuing the program, and why you're a good fit.
zoʊn ɒv ˈprɒksɪmᵊl dɪvɛləpmənt
zone of proximal development
When and how often do we host meetings?
(Day, time, and frequency)
Every other Thrusday from 5-6pm
What does AAC stand for?
Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Which (Prada-wearing) celebrity is an active board member and advocate of the American Institute for Stuttering?
Emily Blundt
Your recommender agreed to write you a letter, but the deadline is approaching. What should you do?
Send a polite reminder, confirm the deadline and submission instructions, and offer to provide any helpful materials.
ˈkɒlɪʤ ɒv ˌɛʤʊˈkeɪʃᵊn
college of education
How many scholarships does NSSLHA Nationals offer annually?
10 scholarships
Which part of the brain is especially associated with speech production, and which is associated with language comprehension?
Broca's Area: Speech Production
Wernicke's Area: Comprehension