Photograph of an audiologist testing a patient's hearing, 2024.
ASHA celebrates the opportunities that lie ahead in the discipline of communication sciences and disorders. As we honor 100 years of legacy, we look to the future, imagining the possibilities ahead in groundbreaking research, innovative education, and transformative practices that will shape the next century. While we have made significant strides, we still have further to go as we work towards diversifying the disciplines, increasing reimbursement, expanding access to care through various initiatives, and more, including:
“ASHA will continue to be a platform for high-quality professional development in the next 100 years, with AI learning tools and competency-based education shaping future training. I’m encouraged that ASHA is looking ahead to the needs of professionals for future generations.”
“ASHA is driving innovation in our professions, from leveraging cutting-edge technologies into practice and research to discovering ways to enhance the provision of our services. ASHA and its members will continue revolutionizing care and ensuring equitable, accessible, and personalized services for all.”
To celebrate its 100th anniversary, ASHA returned to its founding city of Iowa City, Iowa. ASHA leaders met with students and faculty at the University of Iowa’s Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, hosted a seminar, and visited the historic home of founder Lee E. Travis.
Learn more about how this school-based SLP advocated for changes that prioritized her students’ needs and improved her workload challenges.
SLPs Rachel Dorsey, Hillary Crow, and Caroline Gaddy advocate for recognizing and valuing autistic attributes.
