Charlas Científicas: Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences (SLHS)

Faculty Mentor: Aileen Wong, Au.D., CCC-A, Associate Clinical Professor, Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences (SLHS) at the University of Arizona

Committee Members:

• Melanie Ramirez: Melanie is a junior in the SLHS department who was born and raised in Tucson. She aspires to help out the Spanish community and make science accessible to everyone. Class of 2025!

• Ariana Tapia Silva: Ariana is a senior majoring in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences and is interested in pursuing a career in speech-language pathology at a school setting. She has experience working in special education. She is a Spanish native speaker who wishes to expand her knowledge regarding the relationship between bilingual children and learning while being a SLPA. She really enjoys watching the sunset, being present in the moment, and can’t forget to watch football on Sundays to watch her team (Las Vegas Raiders). 

• Renad Almadhi: Hello! I'm Renad, a passionate advocate for bilingualism and language diversity. Currently, I'm pursuing a major in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences with a minor in Public Health, and I'm thrilled to be in my senior year. My academic journey has equipped me with a deep understanding of the importance of bilingualism in promoting communication and cultural exchange. I'm dedicated to leveraging my knowledge and skills to support bilingual communities and advocate for inclusive language policies. Volunteering in bilingualism allows me to apply my academic insights while making a meaningful impact on individuals and communities. I'm excited to contribute my time and expertise to initiatives that celebrate and empower bilingualism.