Student
Saint Xavier University
Channahon, Illinois, United States
My name is Ashley DeCraene, and I am currently a graduate student at Saint Xavier University studying to become a speech language pathologist. I received my Bachelor of Arts from Saint Xavier University where I graduated Summa Cum Laude as a member of the Tau Sigma National Honor Society and the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society.
I have had the chance to work with a multitude of clients of all ages in the Ludden Speech and Language Clinic at Saint Xavier University. These clients have had disorders in many areas such as language, phonology, articulation, social aspects of communication, and fluency. I gained a lot of insight and knowledge on the types of appropriate interventions and treatments through the help of my supervisors. The other experience I have is from Sorrick Elementary School. I was able to work with children aged 3-7 and learned more about how the school system works. I became knowledgeable about IEP meetings and the overall dynamic of a school team.
I have known that I have wanted to be a speech language pathologist since I was a child after receiving services myself. My aunt was one and inspired me to follow in her footsteps. She provided me with many shadowing experiences when I was in high school, and I fell in love. Every day I was able to see the impact that she and her coworkers were making on these children’s lives, and I knew I wanted to do the same one day. Some qualities that make me a competent and an exceptional SLP include being nurturing, hard-working, organized, and willing to work hard to make a difference in other people’s lives.
Saturday, February 4, 2023
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM CST
Disclosure(s): No financial or non-financial relationships to disclose