On-campus clinic
The on-campus clinic is a a state-of-the-art therapeutic facility for treating speech, language, communication, swallowing, and hearing disorders. The clinic is located in the Robert W. Plaster Free Enterprise Center.
The Department of Speech-Language Pathology at s¼¶ËØÈË is a teaching institution providing training for future speech-language pathologists with support and supervision of licensed speech-language pathology and audiology faculty members.
In addition, the Speech-Language Pathology program aims to prepare students for the opportunities and rigors of a vocation positively impacting communicatively challenged individuals and their families by providing outstanding academic/clinical education, as well as community outreach.
Faculty
s¼¶ËØÈË's Department of Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) faculty engage in didactic education, clinical supervision, student mentoring, clinical service provision, and provision of assessment and intervention services with SLP students.
Elizabeth R. Eernisse Ph.D., CCC-SLP
Department Chair - Department of Speech Language Pathology, Assistant Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2188
Elizabeth R. Eernisse Ph.D., CCC-SLP
Department Chair - Department of Speech Language Pathology, Assistant Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2188
Education
- Ph D - Communicative Disorders, The University of Wisconsin-Madison (2010)
- MA - Speech-Language Pathology, The University of Texas at Austin (1996)
- BS - Communication Sciences and Disorders, Northwestern University (1994)
Research Interests
- Speech and Language Development
- Speech and Language Disorders in Children
Teaching Interests
- Speech and Language Development
- Assessment and Intervention for Speech and Language Disorders in Children
Cindy M. Lund PhD, CCC-SLP, C/NDT
Associate Professor
Office: Heidelberg Hall 217
Phone: (262) 243-2139
Cindy M. Lund PhD, CCC-SLP, C/NDT
Associate Professor
Office: Heidelberg Hall 217
Phone: (262) 243-2139
Education
- Ph D - Interdisciplinary Health Sciences, Northern Illinois University (2021)
- MS - Communication Sciences and Disorders, University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee (UWM) (1999)
- BS - Psychology, Viterbo University (1994)
Presentations
- Lund, C. (2024). A Model for PFD Education in SLP Graduate Students: Knowledge and skills. Oral Presentation. 10th Annual International Pediatric Feeding Disorder Conference. Virtual.
- Lund, C. (2022). Associations between Feeding Behaviors/Cues and Physiological Stability in Preterm Infants. Oral Presentation. International Pediatric Feeding Disorder Conference. Virtual.
- Lund, C. (2019). A Qualitative Assessment of Cue-Based Feeding with Pre-Term Infants. Oral Presentation. 6th Annual International Feeding Disorder Conference. Glendale, AZ.
Research Interests
- Infant and Pediatric Feeding Disorders
- Neuromotor Impairments
Teaching Interests
- Feeding and Swallowing / Dysphagia
- Motor Speech Disorders
Erin Regis Bailey SLPD, CCC-SLP
Clinical Education Coordinator - Speech Language Pathology Program, Assistant Professor
Office: Heidelberg Hall 227
Phone: (262) 243-4284
Erin Regis Bailey SLPD, CCC-SLP
Clinical Education Coordinator - Speech Language Pathology Program, Assistant Professor
Office: Heidelberg Hall 227
Phone: (262) 243-4284
Bio
Doctor of Speech-Language Pathology (SLPD) with 17 years of clinical experience in diverse adult medical settings. Currently an Assistant Professor and Clinical Education Coordinator for the s¼¶ËØÈË Department of Speech-Language Pathology, specializing in clinical education coordination, specifically related to off-campus clinical experiences, and academic and clinical instruction in the area of adult neurogenic communication disorders. Passionate about clinical education research, recruiting and supporting off-campus clinical instructors for Speech-Language Pathology graduate students, the clinical, academic and professional development of future Speech-Language Pathologists and leading change in the Speech-Language Pathology clinical education landscape. Teaching responsibilities include CSD 470/SLP 570 Neurobases of Communication, SLP-651 Clinical Practicum Level I, and SLP-652 Clinical Externship Level II.
Education
- MS - Communication Sciences and Disorders/Speech-Language Pathology, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (2001)
- BS - School of Allied Health Professions/Communication Sciences and Disorders, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (1998)
- Clinical Doctorate in Speech-Language Pathology, Northwestern University (2023)
- Qualitative Research Design and Methods, Emory University and Coursera (2023)
Research Interests
- Clinical Supervision and Education
Teaching Interests
- Adult neurogenic communication and cognitive disorders and dysphagia
- Adult medical speech language pathology: services delivery and methods
Mikaely T. Schmitz EdD, CCC-SLP
Assistant Professor
Office: Health Services H 217
Phone: (262) 243-2187
Mikaely T. Schmitz EdD, CCC-SLP
Assistant Professor
Office: Health Services H 217
Phone: (262) 243-2187
Bio
Mikaely Schmitz earned her M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from Marquette University, her M.A. in ESL from Western Governors University, and her EdD from Edgewood College in 2024 after defending her dissertation titled "Navigating Identity and Education: A Case Study of Urban Puerto Rican Youth in Milwaukee". In 20 years of clinical practice she has worked in public schools, SNFs, LTACHs, IPR, and Adult Acute In-patient settings.
Education
- EDD - Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership, Edgewood College (2024)
- MA - English Language Learning and Second Language Acquisition, Western Governors University (2014)
- MS - Speech- Language Pathology, Marquette University (2003)
- BS - Speech Pathology and Audiology, Marquette University (2001)
- Educational Psychology- Cognitive and Developmental Sciences, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee (2022)
Presentations
- Schmitz, M. & Sipone, V. (2024). Harnessing Digital Tools to Enhance Learning and Productivity . Oral Presentation. s¼¶ËØÈË Faculty Summit. Mequon, WI .
- Sipone, V. & Schmitz, M. (2024). Scholarly Superpowers: Discovering (and Leveraging!) Your VIA Strengths . Oral Presentation. s¼¶ËØÈË Faculty Summit. Mequon, WI .
- Schmitz, M., Otte, S., Skoy, S. & Allen, T., (2024). Dominican Values as Reflected in Ed.D. Students' Educational Experiences​. Oral Presentation. Dominican Colloquium 2024. Madison, WI .
- Schmitz, M. (2024). Urban Puerto Rican Youth Experiences in Educational Settings. Oral Presentation. Edgewood Engaged. Madison, WI.
- Schmitz, M. (2024). Launching Language Learning!. Oral Presentation. Kane County Institute Day. St. Charles, Kane County, IL.
Research Interests
- Heritage Language
- Cognitive and Developmental Sciences
Teaching Interests
- Multicultural Populations
- Culturally Linguistically Diverse Populations
Kim E. Sesing Au.D., CCC-A
Assistant Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2197
Education
- AuD - Audiology, University of Florida (2003)
- MS - Audiology, University of Wisconsin (1996)
- BS - Communicative Disorders, University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point (1994)
- Developmental Disabilities, Bureau of Maternal and Child Health (1996)
Presentations
- Sesing, K. & Haendel, A. (2023). Re-imagining Curriculum: Innovative Programming to Address Hearing Competencies within Speech-Language Pathology Programs . Oral Presentation. CAPCSD Annual Convention. Orlando, FL.
Teaching Interests
- Diagnostic audiology
- Aural rehabilitation methods
Michael VanLue PhD, CCC-SLP
Professor
Office: Heidelberg Hall H227
Phone: (262) 243-4205
Research Interests
- Velopharyngeal Dysfunction/Orofacial Clefts
- Speech/Resonance Disorders
Teaching Interests
- Craniofacial Disorders
- Speech Science