Pre-Conference Sessions
Join CAPCSD during the day Wednesday, April 23 before the Newcomers' Orientation and the Welcome Reception for additional CEUs at our Pre-Conference Sessions! Choose from one full day Audiology pre-conference session, or between two afternoon sessions.
Each Pre-Conference Session requires a separate registration and payment.
Full Day Pre-Conference Session
$160 CAPCSD Members & Affiliates / $200 Non-CAPCSD Members.
PM Pre-Conference Sessions
$80 CAPCSD Members & Affiliates / $100 Non-CAPCSD Members.
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Navigating the Future of Audiology Education (0.8 CEUs)
This session will delve into the critical intersections of legislative issues impacting academic programs, evolving demands on universities, and the future landscape of audiology as a profession. Participants will gain valuable insights into current challenges and opportunities, essential requirements within the healthcare community, and strategic pathways for advancing audiology education and practice.
Amanda Ortmann, Ph.D.
Amanda Ortmann, Ph.D., is assistant professor and director of clinical audiology studies in the program in audiology and communication sciences at the Washington University School of Medicine. She also serves as the clinical director of the division of adult audiology at the Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Ortmann earned a Ph.D. from the University of Pittsburgh and an M.S. in speech and hearing science from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri.
Stephanie Fowler-Brookman, Au.D., Ph.D., ABA-C
Stephanie L. Fowler-Brookman received her Au.D. and Ph.D. from The University of Texas at Dallas, where she is currently Director of AuD Clinical Education. She is an active member of CAPCSD, AAA, and Texas Academy of Audiology. Currently, she serves on CAPCSD's Interprofessional Education and Practice Committee and AAA's Guidelines and Strategic Documents Subcommittee and Foundation Board. Her research interests include scholarship of teaching/learning as applied to clinical education.
Devon L. Weist, Au.D., CCC-A
Devon Weist, Au.D., is an associate professor and Au.D. program coordinator at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. At UNC, she practices clinically, precepts students, and teaches within the Au.D. program. Her primary areas of interests include audiologic and vestibular diagnostics, counseling individuals with hearing and balance disorders, and audiology education and precepting.
1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Thriving in Higher Education: Essential Skills and Strategies for Department Chairs (0.4 CEUs)
Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) department chairs will acquire essential skills and strategies to navigate the dynamic landscape of higher education. Strategies for adapting to changes in academia and effectively negotiating with upper administration will be discussed, along with information regarding fundraising and donor relations, conflict resolution management, and strategic planning. Participants will gain practical insights and tools to enhance their leadership capabilities and to ensure their departments thrive in a rapidly evolving environment.
Julie Masterson, Ph.D.
Julie Masterson is Associate Provost-Dean of the Graduate College at Missouri State University. She has served as Chair of the Midwest Association of Graduate Schools, a trustee for the ASHF, and on the national advisory committee for GradCAS. Julie received the Honors of the Association from ASHA in 2015, from CAPCSD in 2018, and was named one the region’s Most Influential Women by Springfield Business Journal in 2017.
Ann Eddins, Ph.D., M.B.A., CCC-A
Ann Clock Eddins, Ph.D., M.B.A., CCC-A, is Professor and Director of the School of Communication Sciences and Disorders at the University of Central Florida. She has 30+ years of academic experience and a passion for advancing academic programs, clinical services, and faculty development within the discipline. Dr. Eddins has served on the CAPCSD Board of Directors as President-Elect, President and Past President, and Vice President for Academic Development.
1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Attracting Excellence: Strategies for Recruiting and Retaining Successful Students (0.4 CEUs)
This interactive session addresses the critical challenge of recruiting and retaining successful students. Participants will explore effective recruitment strategies, innovative retention initiatives, and best practices for creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment. Practical insights and case studies will be shared to equip attendees with actionable approaches to enhance student enrollment, engagement, and success within CSD programs.
Teresa Roberts, Ed.D., CCC-SLP
Teresa Roberts, Ed.D., SLP (she, her) works as a Clinical Professor in Speech and Hearing Sciences at Portland State University in Portland, Oregon. Her areas of interest include language development and disorders, multiculturalism, and postsecondary pedagogy. She teaches undergraduate and graduate courses and provides clinical training with a focus on pediatric telepractice.
Plenary Sessions
Thursday, April 24, 2025
7:50 AM - 10:00 AM
Empowering Faculty: Generative AI in CSD Graduate Programs (0.15 CEUs)
This plenary session will explore the immense potential of generative AI for faculty in Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) graduate programs. Practical applications and strategies for using AI tools for teaching, research, administration, and clinical supervision will be shared. Also addressed will be ethical considerations, best practices, and ways to maintain academic integrity while using AI's capabilities. Through interactive demonstrations and examples, attendees will gain insights into how generative AI can enhance teaching methodologies, streamline administrative tasks, and foster innovative research approaches in CSD education. Practicality and quick methods for immediate use will be the priority.
Ashley L. Dockens, Ph.D., Au.D., CCC-A
Ashley L. Dockens, Ph.D., Au.D., CCC-A, serves Lamar University as Assistant Provost of Academic Innovation & Quality Assurance and as Associate Graduate Dean of Policy and Procedure. She has previously acted as Director of Teaching and Learning and as Director of Audiology. Dr. Dockens currently serves CAPCSD as the Chair of the AI Taskforce. She is a dynamic speaker on generative AI at state, national, and international venues.
Friday, April 25, 2025
7:50 AM - 10:00 AM
Encouraging Student Generative AI Literacy and Use in CSD Graduate Programs (0.15 CEUs)
This session will focus on the responsible and effective use of generative AI by students in CSD graduate programs. We will explore how faculty can teach students to use AI tools to enhance their learning experience, improve research skills, and prepare for clinical practice. Strategies for using AI for literature reviews, study assistance, clinical documentation, treatment planning and more will be shared. Academic integrity and the critical thinking skills necessary for evaluating AI-generated content will be discussed. The session will also cover potential pitfalls and ethical considerations that faculty should make students aware of when incorporating AI into their academic and clinical work. Attendees will gain practical knowledge on guiding students to use AI as a complementary tool in their CSD education and future careers.
Ashley L. Dockens, Ph.D., Au.D., CCC-A
Ashley L. Dockens, Ph.D., Au.D., CCC-A, serves Lamar University as Assistant Provost of Academic Innovation & Quality Assurance and as Associate Graduate Dean of Policy and Procedure. She has previously acted as Director of Teaching and Learning and as Director of Audiology. Dr. Dockens currently serves CAPCSD as the Chair of the AI Taskforce. She is a dynamic speaker on generative AI at state, national, and international venues.