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Speech-Language Pathology Post-bacc Students Discuss the Career Pivot to SLP

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0400

In this episode, SLP Post-bacc Program Coordinator Kimberly Cafarella, MS, CCC-SLP, talks to students Lina "LJ" Jaquez-Ly '24PBSLP and Fatmira "Mira" Gobeljic '24PBSLP about how why they chose the SLP Post-bacc and how the program has prepared them for graduate school.

For more information about the SLP Post-bacc program, visit salus.edu/post-bacc-slp

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A Deep Dive into Occupational Therapy Fieldwork

Tue, 14 May 2024 07:00:00 -0400

In this podcast, Dr. Anna Grasso talks to second-year Occupational Therapy students Anita Werner '24MSOT and Meghan Seitter '24MSOT about their fieldwork placements thus far, and how these experiences are shaping their future careers.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

The AUD and SLP Approach to Aural Rehab

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400

In this PEI podcast, Dr. Rebecca Blaha talks to SLP program chair Bob Serianni about the intersections of audiology and speech-language pathology in aural rehab, and the importance of taking an interprofessional approach.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

Behind the Scenes at the Pennsylvania Ear Institute

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Lindsay Bondurant, PhD, discusses her wide-ranging role as Director of the Pennsylvania Ear Institute, and what she loves about working in the clinic and at Salus University.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

Behind the Scenes at the Speech-Language Institute

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 07:00:00 -0500

In this podcast, Taylor Evans, Speech-Language Institute office manager, Bob Serianni, program director, and Kara Maharay, director of clinical education, discuss new initiatives in the clinic, and what they love most about the SLP program at Salus.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

A Day in the Life of a Blindness and Low Vision Professional

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 07:00:00 -0500

In this podcast, BLVS alumni Katelyn (Kate) Maffei, MEd ‘21, TVI, VRT, and Kinshasa Coghill, MS ‘02, CLVT, CVRT, OMS, discuss their daily routines in their blindness and low vision professions, and current student Carolyn Pijanowski '24VRT, '24OM, shares her day in the life as a Salus BLVS student.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

Why Become a Blindness and Low Vision Professional?

Thu, 04 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0500

In this podcast, BLVS alumni Katelyn Maffei, MEd '21, VRT '22, and Kinshasa Coghill, MS '02, CLVT '02, CVRT '02, OMS '23, along with Carolyn Pijanowski, '24MS VRT, '24O&M, share their stories of discovering the blindness and low vision professions, and why people from any background should consider the BLVS program.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

What's New in the SLP Program?

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 07:00:00 -0500

In this podcast, Speech-Language Pathology department chair, Bob Serianni, discusses new projects in the SLP department and demystifies the process of reaccreditation.

*All accreditation pending approval by the respective accrediting bodies

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Optometry Students from Finland Strengthen Their Clinical Skills at Salus

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 16:00:00 -0500

In this podcast, Optometry students Ansii Hakala and Ritva Kahlos from Oulu University in Finland discuss their clinical training at Salus and how the program is broadening their perspective on eye care.

To learn more about the Department of International and Continuing Education, visit salus.edu/international

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Deaf Awareness Month

Fri, 22 Sep 2023 12:00:00 -0400

In this month's PEI podcast, Dr. Rebecca Blaha and guest Dr. Kathleen Riley discuss the history and importance of Deaf Awareness Month.

To learn more about the Pennsylvania Ear Institute, visit SalusUhealth.com/PEI

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There is No Best Hearing Aid

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 12:00:00 -0400

In this PEI Podcast, Dr. Rebecca Blaha explains why there's no world's best hearing aid.

To learn more about the Pennsylvania Ear Institute, visit SalusUhealth.com/PEI

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A Deep Dive into the Audiology Program and Tips for Applying

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0400

In this podcast, we hear from Christopher Speece, assistant director of Admissions at Salus University. He explains everything you need to know about the Audiology program, including the application process, requirements, curriculum, facilities and more.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

A Deep Dive into the Occupational Therapy Program and Tips for Applying

Tue, 30 May 2023 07:00:00 -0400

In this podcast we talk with Tara Schumacher, an Assistant Director of Admissions at Salus University. She tells us about the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program and tips and tricks for applying.

To learn more about the Occupational Therapy program, visit salus.edu/OT

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

Master of Science in Clinical Optometry's 7th Cohort Prepares for Lab

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 07:00:00 -0400

In this podcast, students from the seventh cohort of the Master of Science in Clinical Optometry international program share why they chose Salus and what they hope to get out of their time here.

To learn more about the Department of International and Continuing Education, visit salus.edu/international

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

Tinnitus Treatment and Management Options

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 07:00:00 -0400

In this PEI Podcast, Dr. Rebecca Blaha explains some treatment management options for a Tinnitus diagnosis.

To learn more about the Pennsylvania Ear Institute, visit SalusUhealth.com/PEI

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SLP Goes to Turks & Caicos with Therapy Abroad

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 07:00:00 -0400

In this podcast, Bob Serianni, the chair of the Speech-Language Pathology department, talks with students who traveled to Turks & Caicos to practice real-life clinical skills in that community.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

SLP Alumna Comes Back to Teach Post-bacc Students

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 07:00:00 -0500

Lauren Bevan, MS '17, CCC-SLP, talks with Bob Serianni, head of the SLP department, about her involvement as an adjunct faculty member in the Post-baccalaureate SLP Track.

Learn more about the track at: salus.edu/post-bacc-slp

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Tinnitus Management Overview

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 09:00:00 -0500

In this PEI Podcast, Dr. Rebecca Blaha talks with Dr. Martin Pienkowski about tinnitus management.

To learn more about the Pennsylvania Ear Institute, visit SalusUhealth.com/PEI

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

Factors Affecting the Cost of Hearing Aids

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 07:00:00 -0500

In this PEI Podcast, Dr. Rebecca Blaha talks with Dr. Harvey Abrams about factors that affect the cost of over-the-counter hearing aids and prescription hearing aids.

To learn more about the Pennsylvania Ear Institute, visit SalusUhealth.com/PEI

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Student Talks About the Post-baccalaureate Speech-Language Pathology Track

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 07:00:00 -0500

India Jenkins-Brown PBSL '22, '24SLP talks with Bob Serianni, head of the SLP department, about her experience in the Post-baccalaureate Speech-Language Pathology Track at Salus University.

Learn more about the track at: salus.edu/post-bacc-slp

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

Auditory Processing Disorders

Fri, 06 Jan 2023 07:00:00 -0500

In this PEI Podcast, Drs. Blaha, Roman, and Ayars explain what an auditory processing disorder is and how audiologists can help.

To learn more about the Pennsylvania Ear Institute, visit SalusUhealth.com/PEI

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A Deep Dive into the Orthotics & Prosthetics Program and Tips for Applying

Fri, 30 Dec 2022 07:00:00 -0500

In this podcast, we talk with Rachael Snodgrass, Assistant Director of Admissions. She talks to us about the admissions process for the O&P program and tips and tricks for applying.

To learn more about the O&P program, visit salus.edu/OP.

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Transferring into Salus University's Speech-Language Pathology Program

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 16:00:00 -0500

In this podcast, Bob Serianni, the chair of the Speech-Language Pathology department, talks with two students who transferred into Salus' SLP program from other graduate programs. They talk about their past experiences and how at home they feel at Salus.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

O&Ps and PAs Take an Interprofessional Approach with Diabetes Patients

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 07:00:00 -0500

In this podcast, we talk with Cara Orr, an assistant professor in the physician assistant program, and Julie Quinlan, an instructor in the orthotics and prosthetics program. They talk to us about the importance of interprofessional collaboration when it comes to treating diabetic patients.

To learn more about our physician assistant program: salus.edu/Physician-Assistant
To learn more about our orthotics and prosthetics program: salus.edu/OP

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

Post-bacc SLP Track Faculty Brings Outside Perspective

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -0500

Randy Dubin talks with Bob Serianni, head of the SLP department, about his involvement as a faculty member in the Post-baccalaureate SLP Track while also working full-time at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.

Learn more about the track at: salus.edu/post-bacc-slp

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First Year Orthotics & Prosthetics Student Shares Her Experience

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 07:00:00 -0500

In this podcast we talk with Amber Lewis ‘25OP, a first-year student in the inaugural Orthotics and Prosthetics (O&P) program at Salus University. She gives us insight on the program and why she chose Salus O&P.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

Hearing Aid Industry's Relationship with Salus Audiology

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0400

Dr. Victor Bray joins Dr. Aaron Roman to talk about how he uses connections with the hearing aid industry in his classes as well as how these partnerships ultimately help Salus Osborne College of Audiology students understand the industry and how it connects to the profession.

To learn more about audiology at Salus, visit salus.edu/OCA

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PEI Celebrates Audiology Awareness Month

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Pennsylvania Ear Institute's Dr. Rebecca Blaha celebrates Audiology Awareness Month with this quick overview of the profession.

Learn more about PEI at SalusUhealth.com/PEI

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Post-baccalaureate Speech-Language Pathology Track Offers Opportunities for Salus Students and Faculty

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0400

John Rose talks with Bob Serianni, head of the SLP department, about his involvement as a faculty member in the new Post-baccalaureate Speech-Language Pathology Track at Salus University.

Learn more about the track at: salus.edu/post-bacc-slp

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

Audiologists' Take on Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0400

In this new series, Pennsylvania Ear Institute's Dr. Rebecca Blaha and Dr. Aaron Roman sit down and talk about over-the-counter hearing aids.

Learn more about PEI at SalusUhealth.com/PEI

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

SLP Professor From Taiwan Shares Her Salus Experience

Sat, 03 Sep 2022 07:00:00 -0400

Salus had the opportunity to host Speech-Language Pathology students from Chung Shan Medical University in Taiwan. In this podcast, the students' professor sat down with Bob Serianni, the chair of the Speech-Language Pathology department, and spoke with him about her experience at Salus.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

Ambassador Program Strengthens Leadership & Interprofessional Skills

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0400

Salus University's Ambassador Program is comprised of a select group of students across all programs who represent the University. In this podcast, we talk with Emaree Stone ‘25OD and Madison Gates ‘23SLP, who tell us about their rewarding experience of being Salus Ambassadors.

To learn more about student life at Salus, you can visit salus.edu/life

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

SLP Students From Taiwan Share Their Salus Experience

Sat, 13 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0400

Salus had the opportunity to host Speech-Language Pathology students from Chung Shan Medical University in Taiwan. In this podcast, the students sit down with Bob Serianni, the chair of the Speech-Language Pathology department, and spoke with him about their experience at Salus.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

SPACERS Club Advocates for Blindness and Low Vision Professions

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0400

In this podcast, we talk to Carolyn Pijanowski, '24MS VRT, '24O&M, who is also the president of SPACERS, a student organization that promotes the blindness and low vision profession. She talks to us about the organization's goals and projects for this upcoming school year.

To learn more about Blindness and Low Vision Studies and the SPACERS club at Salus, visit salus.edu/BLVS

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

Student Fieldwork at the Occupational Therapy Institute

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 08:00:00 -0400

In this podcast, we talk with two second-year occupational therapy (OT) students, Xin Song and Michelle Berg, who are completing their field work at the Occupational Therapy Institute (OTI) of Salus University. They talk to us about the unique clinical and management skills that they've gained, and how they'll utilize them in their future healthcare careers.

To learn more about the Occupational Therapy Institute visit SalusUhealth.com/OTI

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

Meet the Speech-Language Institute's Clinical Educators, Part 2

Fri, 27 May 2022 07:00:00 -0400

Get to know some of the Speech-Language Institute's clinical educators with this Q&A hosted by the head of the Speech-Language Pathology Department, Bob Serianni.

Learn more about SLI at SalusUhealth.com/SLI

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Meet the Speech-Language Institute's Clinical Educators, Part 1

Fri, 20 May 2022 07:00:00 -0400

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Breaking the Mold With New Orthotics and Prosthetics Program

Thu, 05 May 2022 07:00:00 -0400

In this podcast, we talk with Chad Duncan, PhD, CRC, CPO, chair of the new Orthotics and Prosthetics (O&P) Program at Salus University. With a fall 2022 program launch date, he talks to us about what the program will be like and what students will get out of it.

For more information about the Orthotics and Prosthetics program at Salus, you can visit salus.edu/OP

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Neurological Visual Impairment in Children and BLVS

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0400

In this podcast, we talk with Fabiana Perla, Chair of the Department of Blindness and Low Vision Studies (BLVS) at Salus University, Katherine Alstrin, EdD SPED| TVI/COMS, Adjunct Faculty in the Department of BLVS, and Staci Wills, MS, Ed, COMS, a teacher of students with visual impairments. They talk to us about the Neurological Visual Impairment in Children course and its uniqueness to Salus and the BLVS field.

To learn more about this course and BLVS at Salus, you can visit salus.edu/blvs

References
Chang, M. Y., & Borchert, M. S. (2020). Advances in the evaluation and management of cortical/cerebral visual impairment in children. Survey of ophthalmology, 65(6), 708-724. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0039625720300497

IDEA. Definition of a Child with a Disability: https://sites.ed.gov/idea/regs/b/a/300.8 IDEA.

Determination of Eligibility for Special Education: https://sites.ed.gov/idea/regs/b/d/300.306

IDEA. Eligibility Determinations for Children Suspected of Having a Visual Impairment Including Blindness under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act: https://sites.ed.gov/idea/files/letter-on-visual-impairment-5-22-17.pdf

McDowell, N. (2021). A review of the literature to inform the development of a practice framework for supporting children with cerebral visual impairment (CVI). International Journal of Inclusive Education, 1-21. https://www-tandfonline-com.libsalus.idm.oclc.org/doi/full/10.1080/13603116.2020.1867381?scr oll=top&needAccess=trueSalus

NVI LiveBinder: https://www.livebinders.com/play/play/2360226?tabid=dc33f40a-f9bf-3fe3-bb2c-5214654c979f

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The Importance of Student Council at Salus

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0400

In this podcast we talk with Sierra Niesen, executive board student council treasurer, and Chase Sereno, student member of the board of trustees (SMOTBOT). They talk to us about the importance of student council on campus and their experience on the board.

To learn more about student life at Salus you can visit salus.edu/life

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

Aphasia Client at the SLI Shares His Progress of Recovery

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0400

Joined with the head of the SLP department, Bob Serianni, a client shares his story and how he ended up at the SLI with a student clinician and preceptor.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

A Deep Dive into the Post-baccalaureate Program and Tips for Applying

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0400

In this podcast, we talk with Candida Mulligan, an admissions officer in Salus University’s Office of Admissions. She talks to us about the Post-baccalaureate program and how it is unique to Salus.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

How a Client Strengthened Their Speech & Language Skills at SLI After a Brain Bleed

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0400

Joined with the head of the SLP department, Bob Serianni, a client shares his story and how he ended up at the SLI with a student clinician and preceptor.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

A Deep Dive into the Speech-Language Pathology Program and Tips for Applying

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 07:00:00 -0500

In this podcast, we talk with Larry Walsh, associate director of Admissions at Salus University. He talks to us about the Speech-Language Pathology program and tips and tricks for applying.

For more information about the Speech-Language Pathology program, you can visit salus.edu/SLP

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

Occupational Therapy versus Physical Therapy

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 07:00:00 -0500

In this podcast, we talk with Brianna Brim, MOT, OTR/L, CPAM, CLIPP, director of the Occupational Therapy Institute (OTI) and an assistant professor of Occupational Therapy (OT). Second year OT students — Bradley Hess, Aditi Kadakia and Rachel Boas — join in. They talk to us about the difference between OT and physical therapy (PT) and why they chose Salus University’s OT program.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

Aphasia Client Shares Her Story of Recovery at SLI

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 07:00:00 -0500

In this podcast Bob Serianni talks with student Hannah Perloff, clinical educator Anne Marie Ruckdeschel, and SLI client Jenn Derry. They talk with Jenn as she shares her story of living with aphasia and the treatment she receives at the Speech-Language Institute.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

Peer Mentoring Program Helps Students Become Adjusted to Salus

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 07:00:00 -0500

In this podcast, we talk with Salus students and staff who participate in the peer mentoring program on campus. They discuss the benefits of the program and why it's important to get involved. To learn more about the Peer Mentoring Program, you can email mentors@salus.edu

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

The Benefits of Transitioning from a Master to a Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program at Salus

Tue, 28 Dec 2021 07:00:00 -0500

In this podcast, we talk with Tavii El, MSOT ’21, and Mary Zhu, MSOT ‘21, two students currently in the University’s Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program. They discuss their transition from Salus' Master of Occupational Therapy (MSOT) program to the OTD program, and the benefits of completing it all back to back at Salus University.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

A Deep Dive into the Biomedicine Program

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 07:00:00 -0500

In this podcast, we talk with Dr. Mitchell Scheiman, director of Salus University's Biomedicine program, dean of Research, and professor in the Pennsylvania College of Optometry (PCO). He talks to us about the uniqueness of the Biomedicine program and how it can advance any healthcare career.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

A Client From SLI's Traumatic Brain Injury Group Shares His Story

Fri, 26 Nov 2021 07:00:00 -0500

Joined with the head of the SLP department, Bob Serianni, an SLI client shares his story of how speech therapy and Salus students helped him after his stroke.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

A Deep Dive into the Blindness and Low Vision Studies Program and Tips for Applying

Fri, 19 Nov 2021 07:00:00 -0500

In this podcast, we talk with Candida Mulligan, an admissions officer in Salus University’s Office of Admissions. She talks to us about the Blindness and Low Vision Studies program and tips and tricks for application.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

Speech-Language Pathology vs Audiology: What to Choose and How They Work Together

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 07:00:00 -0400

In this podcast, we talk with Dr. Lindsay Bondurant, director of the Pennsylvania Ear Institute and associate professor for Salus University's Osborne College of Audiology and with Robert Serianni, chair, program director and associate professor for the Speech-Language Pathology program.

They talk with us about the audiology and speech-language pathology professions, how to know which one to choose, and how they work together in the healthcare field.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

Speech-Language Pathology: A Rewarding Externship Experience

Fri, 29 Oct 2021 07:00:00 -0400

Joined with the head of the SLP department, Bob Serianni, a recent alum, and her previous externship supervisor, talk about how vital externships are to gaining experience in the field.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

Safety and Security at Salus University

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 07:00:00 -0400

In this podcast, we talk with Carlos Rodriguez, director of the Department of Safety and Security at Salus University. He explains the procedures, routines and resources the office implements to ensure the safety of the Salus community.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

SLP's Partnership with The Inspiration Center (TIC) in Belize

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 07:00:00 -0400

Joined with the head of the SLP department, Bob Serianni, a group of SLP students and clinical educators talk about their experience providing services to families in Belize.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

Physician Assistant Versus Nurse Practitioner

Fri, 01 Oct 2021 07:00:00 -0400

In this podcast, we hear from Daniel Pavlik, DMS, PA-C, program director for the Physician Assistant Studies (PA) program, and Regina Day, a PA student. They talk to us about the PA program at Salus and how a PA education differs from a nurse practitioner's.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

Speech-Language Pathology: How Externships Can Lead to Full-Time Jobs

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 07:00:00 -0400

Joined with the head of the SLP department, Bob Serianni, a recent Salus graduate and her previous externship supervisor, share their experience working in the field.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

Speech-Language Pathology: A Pediatric Client Shares His Experience at SLI

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -0400

Joined with the head of the SLP department, Bob Serianni, a pediatric client shares his experience working with a student at SLI.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

The Role of The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee (DEI) on Campus

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -0400

In this podcast we talk to Dr. Juliana M. Mosley-Williams, the Special Assistant to the President for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and Committee Chair of the DEI Committee. She talks to us about the role of the committee and the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion on a college campus.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

SLI's Partnership with LENA Start Encourages Early Talk and Interaction with Children

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -0400

Joined with the head of the SLP department, Bob Serianni, Beth Davidoff, assistant professor in the Speech-Language Pathology program, talks about LENA Start and how it helps parents increase interactive communication in children ages birth to 33 months.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

A Deep Dive into the Optometry Program and Tips for Applying

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -0400

In this podcast, we hear from Rachael Snodgrass, an admissions officer at Salus University. She explains everything you need to know about the Optometry program, including the application process, requirements, curriculum, facilities and more.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

Speech-Language Pathology: An SLI Client Shares Her Experience with SLP Students

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 08:00:00 -0400

Joined with the head of the SLP department, Bob Serianni, a Speech-Language Institute client shares her experience at the clinic and working with the student SLPs that practice there.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

Speech-Language Pathology: Benefits of Being a Bilingual SLP

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 07:00:00 -0400

Joined with the head of the SLP department, Bob Serianni, Clinical Educator and bilingual SLP, Kimberly Edmonds, talk about the benefits and opportunities presented by knowing multiple languages while working as an SLP.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

Housing Options and Opportunities for Salus Students

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 07:00:00 -0400

In this podcast, we hear from Monae Kelsey, associate director of student engagement and assistant director of Admissions, in a previously recorded webinar about the housing options for Salus University students.

To learn more about housing options, visit salus.edu/admissions

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Speech-Language Pathology: How Students Lead the Aphasia Support Group at SLI

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 08:00:00 -0400

Joined with the head of the SLP department, Bob Serianni, a clinical educator and Salus students talk about the Aphasia Support Group (or ASG) at the Speech-Language Institute and how students play a major role.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

How to Navigate Financial Aid as a Grad Student

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 07:00:00 -0400

In this podcast, Jaime Schulang, MA, Director of Student Financial Affairs, talks to us about the various financial aid opportunities for Salus University students.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

Speech-Language Pathology: The SLI Preschool Program

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 08:00:00 -0400

Joined with the head of the SLP department, Bob Serianni, three current students and a clinical educator talk about the partnership the Speech-Language Institute has with a local preschool and how students utilize their coursework within their classroom.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

Virtual Commencement Sneak Peek, May 2021

Mon, 17 May 2021 14:00:00 -0400

Salus University’s 122nd commencement ceremony will be virtually premiered on Thursday, May 27, 2021, at 2 p.m. EST. It can be viewed on our website at salus.edu/commencement. Congrats to the class of 2021 and we look forward to seeing what you do in the future!

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

Speech-Language Pathology: A Client Shares Their Experience at SLI

Fri, 14 May 2021 08:00:00 -0400

Joined with the head of the SLP department, Bob Serianni, a current student and a clinical educator talk with a Speech-Language Institute client about how she utilizes and benefits from the clinical facility.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

Speech-Language Pathology: Student Connection with the ReMed Group at SLI

Fri, 07 May 2021 08:00:00 -0400

Joined with the head of the SLP department, Bob Serianni, students and faculty talk about their involvement and the benefits of working with the ReMed patient group at the Speech-Language Institute.

To learn more about our podcast series, visit salus.edu/podcasts

A Deep Dive into the Physician Assistant Program

Mon, 03 May 2021 08:00:00 -0400

In this podcast, we hear from Larry Walsh, Associate Director of Admissions at Salus University. He explains everything you need to know about the Physician Assistant Studies program including the application process, requirements, curriculum, facilities and more.

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Behind the Scenes at TEI: Dr. Meagher

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 09:00:00 -0400

In this series, we talk to doctors from The Eye Institute (TEI) to find out what goes on behind the scenes and what a day in their life is like. During this episode, we met with Dr. Andrew Meagher, Glaucoma Service at TEI and assistant professor at Salus University.

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Speech-Language Pathology: Breastfeeding Resource Center

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 09:00:00 -0400

Joined with the head of the SLP department, Bob Serianni, an SLI Clinical Educator along with three current SLP students talk about their time working with the Breastfeeding Resource Center and the importance of an SLP within an infant's life.

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Transition to Practice pt.2

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 09:00:00 -0400

Ryan Hollister, associate director of Bennett Career Services Center, talks to us about the resources he provides to Salus students to help them find a career in their field and make it as smooth a transition as possible.

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Behind the Scenes at TEI: Dr. Nyman

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 08:00:00 -0400

In this series, we talk to doctors from The Eye Institute (TEI) to find out what goes on behind the scenes and what a day in their life is like. During this episode, we met with Dr. Jeffrey Nyman, director of Emergency Services at TEI.

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Speech-Language Pathology: Work-Study Positions

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 07:00:00 -0400

Joined with the head of the SLP department, Bob Serianni, students Dariann Pastelok and Hannah Weidman talk about their experience in the SLP program along with their work-study positions.

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Speech-Language Pathology: Where Are They Now

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 09:00:00 -0500

Joined with the head of the SLP department, Bob Serianni, alum Bridget Turnbach talks about her time at Salus and her experience traveling around the country as an SLP.

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Behind the Scenes at TEI: Dr. Coyne

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 09:00:00 -0500

In this series, we talk to doctors from The Eye Institute (TEI) to find out what goes on behind the scenes and what a day in their life is like. During this episode, we met with Dr. Alissa Coyne, staff optometrist: primary care and emergency service at TEI and assistant professor at Salus University.

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Transition to Practice pt.1

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 09:00:00 -0500

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Speech-Language Pathology: One-on-One with an Alum

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 08:00:00 -0500

Joined with the head of the SLP department, Bob Serianni, recent alum Jackie Katzev talks about her time at Salus and the connections she made that helped solidify her career.

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Behind the Scenes at TEI: Dr. Kenny

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 09:00:00 -0500

In this series, we talk to doctors from The Eye Institute (TEI) to find out what goes on behind the scenes and what a day in their life is like. During this episode, we met with Dr. Erin Kenny, chief of the William Feinbloom Vision Rehabilitation Center.

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Speech-Language Pathology: Catch Up with the Program's Original Class of 2017

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 07:00:00 -0500

Joined with the head of the SLP department, Bob Serianni, three alumni from the original Speech-Language Pathology Class of 2017 talk about their experience in the program and how it led them to where they are now.

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Speech-Language Pathology: Graduating During a Pandemic, The Class of 2020 Talk About Their Job Hunt

Mon, 04 Jan 2021 07:00:00 -0500

Joined with the head of the SLP department, Bob Serianni, the most recent graduating Class of 2020 talk about how the COVID-19 pandemic not only affected their time at Salus but also their job hunt after graduation.

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Speech-Language Pathology: Business-Owning Alumni Hires Two Salus Grads

Mon, 28 Dec 2020 09:00:00 -0500

Joined with the head of the SLP department, Bob Serianni, owner of My Child's Therapy and Salus alumni, Carleen Dumas, talks with two recent Salus graduates about the hiring experience.

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Speech-Language Pathology: How Second-Year Students Utilize the Program

Mon, 21 Dec 2020 08:00:00 -0500

Joined with the head of their department, Bob Serianni, a panel of second-year SLP students talk about their experiences within the program and what makes it unique from the rest.

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Speech-Language Pathology: First-Year Students Dive into the Program

Mon, 14 Dec 2020 09:00:00 -0500

Joined with the head of their department, Bob Serianni, a panel of first-year SLP students talk about their road to Salus and their first experiences in the program.

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Virtual Commencement Sneak Peek, Fall 2020

Fri, 02 Oct 2020 11:00:00 -0400

Salus University’s 121st commencement ceremony will be virtually premiered on Tuesday October 13, 2020 at 2 p.m. EST. It can be viewed on our website at salus.edu/commencement. Congrats again to the class of 2020 and we look forward to seeing what you do in the future!

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Stress Management For Healthcare Providers

Mon, 28 Sep 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Current occupational therapy students, Gina Inglese and Elisabeth Van Horn, and alum Olivia Cheng, talk about their struggles with being a healthcare worker during the COVID-19 pandemic and the support group they created in order to help.

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Physician Assistant Program Renovations and Updates

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 16:00:00 -0400

In this podcast, Salus project manager, Amie Leighton, and PA program director, Donna Agnew, talk to us about the program’s exciting new renovations and updates.

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Virtual Commencement Sneak Peek, Spring 2020

Thu, 14 May 2020 12:00:00 -0400

Salus University’s 120th commencement ceremony was virtually premiered on Friday May 22, 2020 at 2 p.m. EST. It can be viewed on our website at salus.edu/commencement. Congrats again to the class of 2020 and we look forward to seeing what you do in the future!

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Mental Health During COVID-19

Mon, 23 Mar 2020 09:00:00 -0400

During this time of uncertainty it is important to take care of your mental health. For more information on how to get connected with a counselor from the Center for Personal and Professional Development (CPPD), click here.

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Do You Ever Get That Tip of the Tongue Feeling?

Fri, 08 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0500

For those living with aphasia, things as simple finishing a sentence or reading the newspaper can become monumental challenges after having a stroke. And more importantly, the frustration and isolation that many people with aphasia experience can be just as difficult to manage. So, this week we spoke with Ali Finkelstein to dig deeper into our understanding of aphasia.

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Transition to Graduate School pt. 2

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 16:00:00 -0400

We continue the discussion with three new student ambassadors in part two of our mini feature on Salus' Student Ambassadors.

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Transition to Graduate School pt.1

Fri, 11 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0400

The start of graduate school can be a difficult time for many. So, in this episode, we asked a group of our student ambassadors to tell us about their trials and tribulations when they started at Salus.

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What is Childhood Apraxia of Speech?

Fri, 20 Sep 2019 15:00:00 -0400

Hear from the clinical director of the Speech-Language Institute at Salus University to learn what apraxia is and how it affects childhood speech development.

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What Does it Mean to be Accredited?

Fri, 06 Sep 2019 15:00:00 -0400

Find out what it means for our Speech-Language Pathology program to be fully accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA) and hear an inside scoop of what admissions officers are looking for in your application to the Master's program.

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Helping Students Find Their Vision

Fri, 21 Jun 2019 00:00:00 -0400

For many years, The Eye Institute of Salus University has provided vision care services to economically disadvantaged children enrolled in Philadelphia's public schools. Each year vision care teams from The Eye Institute work collaboratively with public school nurses to assist them in providing state-mandated vision screenings to their children. We spoke with TEI's Dr. Brandy Scombordi about her role as the school vision program coordinator.

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Better Hearing & Speech Month

Fri, 24 May 2019 12:00:00 -0400

May is Better Hearing & Speech month so we spoke with the clinical director of the Speech-Language Institute at Salus University to raise awareness about communication disorders.

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What is Sports Vision?

Fri, 03 May 2019 12:00:00 -0400

Learn how optometrists can help athletes train their eye sight to enhance their performance and compete with a cutting edge.

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What is a Traumatic Brain Injury?

Fri, 22 Mar 2019 00:00:00 -0400

In honor of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Awareness Month, we sat down with our speech-language pathology (SLP) clinical director, Bob Serianni to better understand TBIs: how they happen, what language skills they affect and what type of management plans work best.

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#CelebratingACentury with President Michael Mittelman

Fri, 15 Mar 2019 00:00:00 -0400

Salus University continues a legacy that began 100 years ago in Philadelphia when our founding college, the Pennsylvania College of Optometry (PCO) was established. In this episode we sit down with our President, Dr. Michael H. Mittelman to talk about the future of health science and the University.

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Navigating an Unseen World

Wed, 27 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0500

Wrapping up our two-part seeing eye dog special, we had a conversation with the director of the University's Orientation and Mobility (O&M) program, Jamie Maffit, so she could educate us on what it means to be an O&M specialist.

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What's that Noise?

Tue, 12 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0500

This week, we sat down with Dr. Rebecca Blaha from the Pennsylvania Ear Institute so she could educate us on one of the most common health conditions in the country, tinnitus. So if you notice that you hear a ringing, buzzing, hissing, or even music and voices, you might want to listen a little closer to find out what you can do about it.

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Seeing Eye Dogs

Tue, 29 Jan 2019 12:00:00 -0500

January 29 is National Seeing Eye Dog Day and to celebrate we meet Irma, a guide dog in training, and her raiser, Rose, to learn about how puppies become service dogs.

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