Student Organization (NBASLH)
What is NBASLH?
The National Black Association for Speech-Language and Hearing is the premier professional scientific association addressing the communication interests and concerns of Black communication science and disorders professionals, students, and consumers. The SIUE chapter of NBASLH provides students with opportunities to collaborate, fundraise and network with other Black students who are interested in the study of communication disorders.
Purpose of SIUE NBASLH
- Promote and increase in the number of Black speech, language and hearing professionals
- Provide a safe and supportive environment for Black SPPA students
- Solicit and provide mentoring support of Black students and professionals in communication science disorders
- Explore and disseminate information on communication disorders and differences specific to the Black Community
Why join the SIUE Chapter of NBASLH?
- Meet other Black students in the program and be part of an active and supportive cohort
- Participate and get involved in community outreach programs
- Build your resume
- Membership in the SIUE Chapter requires payment of national dues of $35.00/year.
Do you have to be Black to join NBASLH?
NO!! If you are not black but are interested in joining NBASLH, this makes you an ally. An Ally is someone who supports, empowers, or stands up for another person or group of people. Allies amplify and advocate with other individuals who don't belong to the same identity as themselves.
National NBASLH
- $35.00 per year
- Receive a discounted rate to the Annual Convention
- Receive a discounted rate to the NBASLH National Speech-Language Pathology Exam (PRAXIS) Review Course at the Annual Convention
- Get access to the Journal of the National Black Association for Speech-Language and Hearing (JNBASLH)and Resound, NBASLH's national newsletter.
- For more information visit NBASLH
For more information, or to be added to our listserv as a community or alumni support, contact nbaslh.siue@gmail.com.
