Graduate Program in Speech-Language Pathology at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Strategic Plan 2024-2027
The Strategic Plan for the Graduate Program in Speech-Language Pathology at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville aims to provide active, authentic learning opportunities through dedicated faculty, diverse clinical experiences, and a rigorous curriculum, with a commitment to antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Its vision is to be progressive, transformative community educators for excellence in academic and clinical services. The plan is structured around three core focus areas: ensuring quality program and instruction, promoting research, and conducting high-impact community outreach, all intended to foster the development of competent, effective professionals prepared to provide culturally responsive, evidence-based, interprofessional services to individuals with communication needs.