Communication Disorders Strategic Plan

VISION

The Division of Communication Disorders will create innovative clinical teaching and research programs that address the health and development needs of patients, clients, and students.

MISSION

The Division of Communication Disorders produces practice-ready speech-language pathologists, who are prepared to work in a rural state with clinical populations across the lifespan. The Division engages the community, encourages inter-professional practice, and conducts research that advances clinical practices across the state and region.

GOALS

Goal One

Driving Excellence

Increase research that addresses the health, development, and/or communication needs of Wyoming and Mountain-West region residents.
Address statewide and regional shortages of speech-language pathologists by preparing "practice ready" providers, prepared to address the unique rural health needs of Wyoming and Mountain-West region residents.
Develop innovative and enhanced learning opportunities in graduate and undergraduate coursework.

Goal Two

Inspiring Students

Develop awareness of communication disorder and related careers through increasing campus ASL courses and offerings.

Goal Three

Impacting Communities

Enhancing statewide/regional community SLP practice through delivering or participating in extension efforts.