Reviews from CSD Graduates

The clinical supervisors are very open to discuss plans for clients and are always willing to share their knowledge to help you as a clinician. I felt very well prepared going into my schools practicum, knowing I had a strong background in assessment and treatment with the child population. I am now in my medical externship and have learned so much through this experience. My supervisor was very pleased with my knowledge about dysphagia, and I know that class prepared me for what I was to experience during this placement. - Brittany M., currently employed in a hospital setting in Bismarck, ND.
UND went out of their way to provide Canadian students with a 3 credit hour Audiology course that corresponds with CASLPM's requirements.That's HUGE! UND provides you with 2 full internships, PLUS clinical experience throughout your graduate studies.This is something that helps you beyond belief when you're out in the field. So many people have commented "It's not hard to tell you're a UND grad with your clinical background." The experiences you get at UND working hands on with clients are truly invaluable. When we were at ASHA we were overwhelmed with how much more we knew than other graduate classes when listening to presentations. Other people seemed to be left in 'awe' when many of us felt that we had already learned the most current evidence or research in our classes.The staff at UND is very supportive and proves time and time again that they understand where it's appropriate to push you, but also where it's appropriate to tell you to take time for yourself. In the crazy world we're in today, it's important to understand a work-life balance and you have that brand spanking new awesome facility! - Kailynn W., currently working in the Winnipeg, Manitoba area.
My experience at the University of North Dakota has exceeded my expectations. I feel that the clinical faculty ensure that each and every student has the opportunity to experience a variety of populations. They take time to understand what each student's interests are, but also "push" students out of their comfort zone so they can become the best clinicians possible. UND courses also provided me with a solid foundation for my clinical knowledge in all areas. Because of my classes, I felt comfortable and competent providing articulation therapy to children in a school as well as determining the safest diet textures for a geriatric patient in a nursing home. UND allows each student with a passion for speech-language pathology to let their skills shine. If I had to go through deciding where to go to school all over again, I would choose UND in a heartbeat. - Morgan H., initially employed at the Hillsboro School District; currently in the Anchorage, Alaska public schools.
Not many schools have groups like we do! It’s an awesome way to learn leadership skills and session management! Your externship is where you will learn the most because it is all hands on! Having two externships helps you grow as a clinician and shows you where your passions lie. I have had the opportunity to work with each clinical supervisor at UND and it’s fantastic to learn from such experienced and caring staff! They want the best for you and will push you to be the best you can be. UND provided me the opportunity to work with a client with neurogenic disorders, speech disorders, language disorders, and voice differences. Never in a million years did I think I would have the opportunity to have such a variety of clients. Every staff member at UND has helped me through the trials and tribulations of grad school and get that degree! I could not have done it without the support and wisdom of the staff. - Courtney S., currently working in Winnipeg, Manitoba.