SLP
This professional assesses and treats communication and swallowing disorders across the lifespan.
Speech-language pathologist
AAC can be used instead of speech (alternative), or to _____ speech (augmentative).
Support/supplement
This communication disorder is characterized by repetitions, prolongations, and blocks that disrupt the normal flow of speech.
Stuttering
Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders
Syracuse was historically known for producing this mineral, giving rise to its popular nickname.
Salt ("The Salt City")
Which complication might require an SLP'S intervention?
A. Vocal fold dysfunction
B. Swallowing impairment
C. Voice changes
D. All of the above
D. All of the above
These laminated books often contain symbols organized by topics for communication.
Communication books
This large shopping mall in Syracuse is the 10th largest mall in the US.
Destiny Mall USA
Syracuse University's mascot is this friendly citrus fruit.
Otto the Orange
The city of Syracuse is located within this county.
Onondaga County
The ability to understand spoken or written language is called this.
Receptive language skills
This method allows users to select words or symbols by touching a screen.
Direct selection
This domed stadium, renamed in 2022, hosts Syracuse football, basketball, campus events, and concerts!
JMA Wireless Dome
Syracuse University belongs to this NCAA athletic conference.
Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC)
This canal, completed in 1825, fueled Syracuse's early economic growth.
The Erie Canal
The ability to express thoughts using speech, writing, signing, or AAC is called this.
Expressive language
This type of AAC often includes speech output on a device.
High-tech AAC
On the other hand, low-tech AAC would be any type of AAC that does NOT require a device, batteries, or electricity. Oftentimes, people who use high-tech AAC have some low-tech options as back-up communication methods.
Syracuse University's student newspaper, founded in 1903, is called this.
The Daily Orange
This Syracuse University library is the largest on campus and contains the Special Collections Research Center.
Bird Library
Syracuse is the birthplace of this popular American actor, known for his charismatic leading roles in action films.
Tom Cruise
Besides speech, SLPs commonly evaluate and treat this life-threatening disorder involving difficulty swallowing.
Dysphagia
When communicating with an individual who uses AAC, should you look at the person, their device, or their aide/caregiver?
The individual who uses AAC.
AAC use is about an individual's autonomy and an important part of respecting their independence and ability to communicate with AAC is to speak directly with them, and NOT to their device or their aide/caregiver.
This cognitive process allows you to hold and manipulate information temporarily, making it essential for following multi-step directions and problem solving.
Working memory
This building is the oldest structure still standing on Syracuse University's campus and inspired the Addams Family mansion.
Syracuse averages around this many inches of snow each year, making it one of America's snowiest cities.
120 inches of snow