University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
I originally joined the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders in 2008 as adjunct faculty, teaching Motor Speech Disorders. In 2013 I rejoined the department as a full-time faculty member. My interests relate to areas of adult neurogenic communication including aphasia and motor speech disorders, as well as rehabilitation methods,dysphagia, medical speech-language pathology, and the concepts of Flow and engagement.
Mayo Clinic Health System - Eau Claire
I've had the privilege to work as a speech-language pathologist at Mayo Clinic Health System - Eau Claire since 1998.
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The Chippewa Valley Aphasia Camp
Aphasia Camp is an innovative, participation-based, socially-modeled weekend opportunity for individuals with aphasia and their families. Started in 1998, the annual camp provides opportunities for woodworking, archery, canoeing, flyfishing, craftwork, art, conversation and relationship development with participants attending from across the United States and Canada. Take a look at the slideshow.
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Publications and Presentations |
Wisconsin hearing and Speech examination and Licensing board (WHSB) |
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NOTE: Click on the title for a link to the presentation/publication where available
Chippewa Valley Aphasia Camp 2013 Schedule Facebook Attitudes and Behaviors of Students and Therapists in the Professional Fields of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech-Language Pathology. Poster presentation at ASHA National Convention, Atlanta. 2012. (Connors, Sather & Yorke). Flow and Aphasia. Poster presentation at Clinical Aphasiology Conference, Squaw Creek Valley, 2012. (Sather, Nelson and Clark). Immersion Learning at Aphasia Camp. EBE Briefs: Evidence-Based Education, September, 1-10. (Hoepner, Clark, Sather and Knutson, 2012). Environmental Strategies that Improve Social Participation at Aphasia Camp. Poster presentation at ASHA National Convention. XXX 2009. (Clark, Hintgen, Hoepner, Sather, Schmerbauch & Clarke). Aphasia Camp: Meaningful Participation and Communication in a Rustic Setting. Seminar presentation at ASHA National Convention. Miami, FL., 2006. (Clark, Hintgen, Hoepner & Sather). “Effects of Amplification on Speech Intelligibility of Individuals with Degenerative Neurogenic Conditions.” Poster presentation at ASHA National Convention. Washington D.C., 2000 (Hintgen & Sather). “Volunteers, Communication and Relationships: Synergistic Possibilities” Topics in Stroke Rehabilitation, Vol. 7, No. 2, Summer 2000 (Hintgen, Clark, Johnson, Radichel & Sather). “The Effectiveness of a Community Aphasia Group – One year of data.” Poster Presentation at ASHA National Convention. Washington D.C., 2000 (Clark, Hintgen, Johnson, Radichel & Sather). The UWEC CSD PodcastTake a listen to the UWEC CSD Podcast, where I interview a variety of interesting guests on all things relating to the field of speech-language pathology and beyond. You can check the Soundcloud link below or find it on iTunes here.
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In January, 2013 I began a three year, governor-appointed term as a speech-language pathology representative at the state level on the Wisconsin Hearing and Speech Board (WHSB), and currently serve as Chair of the WHSB.
Interact -- Residential Aphasia Communication Therapy
I spent the majority of the summer of 2007 in Halifax, Nova Scotia working at the InteRACT program - an intensive, residential aphasia program at Dalhousie University. There I was immersed in aphasia therapy while meeting fantastic staff and incredible participants.
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Professional affiliations
Member - American Speech-Language Pathology Association (ASHA)
Member - Wisconsin Speech-Language Hearing Association (WSHA)
Member - Academy of Neurogenic Communication Disorders and Sciences (ANCDS)
Wisconsin State Speech-Language Pathology Licensure
Member - Wisconsin Speech-Language Hearing Association (WSHA)
Member - Academy of Neurogenic Communication Disorders and Sciences (ANCDS)
Wisconsin State Speech-Language Pathology Licensure
Academics and Instruction
I began pursuit of my PhD in the fall of 2010, enrolling at Western Michigan University in the Interdisciplinary Health Sciences PhD program, and graduated in December of 2015. In addition to a complete dissertation, four comprehensive examinations must be completed. The four comprehensive examinations are competency-based and involve completion of the following activities and products:
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1. Research paper and presentation. The submission for publication of a formal research paper based on the student's research practicum.
2. Policy analysis. A written comprehensive analysis of a health care or human services policy. |
3. Grant application. The development and submission of a competitive external research grant proposal.
4. Teaching portfolio. A portfolio reflecting on the teaching of a fully developed course using innovative instructional techniques. |
The innovative design, interdisciplinary function and practical application are outlined in the program requirements below:
