TCU Davies School of COSD

Language Development of DHH is a course centered on understanding how Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) children develop language, with a strong focus on early intervention for infants and support for their families.
Pictured here, students are preparing for a special event that brings together families of infants and toddlers who are deaf or hard of hearing, blind or visually impaired, or deafblind, along with their caregivers and service providers, for a celebration of early learning through play!
One featured activity, Mr. Potato Head, has been thoughtfully adapted to include hearing aids and cochlear implants thanks to SLP graduate student Bridget Musleh. 💜

Happy Earth Day from TCU COSD! Today is a reminder that connection goes beyond communication—it includes how we care for our environment and the communities around us. As SLPs and future clinicians, we value connection in all forms—between people, communities, and the world we share. Small actions, thoughtful choices, and collective efforts can make a meaningful impact. Let’s continue to care for our planet and one another. 💜

April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month
Parkinson’s disease can impact more than movement—it often affects voice, speech, and swallowing, making communication more difficult over time.
At TCU, our students have opportunities to learn about Parkinson’s disease and expand their clinical skills through hands-on experiences in the Miller Speech and Hearing Clinic, where we offer SPEAK OUT!® voice therapy, as well as through externships at community programs like the Big Heart Center for Parkinson’s Wellness.
As future SLPs, we are committed to supporting individuals with Parkinson’s in staying heard, connected, and empowered through evidence-based care and advocacy.

Today we recognize World Autism Awareness Day!

Let’s celebrate neurodiversity, promote inclusion, and continue learning about Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Awareness leads to acceptance, and acceptance creates a more inclusive world for everyone.

Then ➡️ Now
From the beginning of stroke rehabilitation at TCU to years of life-changing therapy today, our story is still being written!
Be part of what’s next. 💜

Hands-on learning in action! On Friday, our students participated in Ampcare ESP training, gaining experience with NMES to support swallowing function and dysphagia treatment. From research to electrode placement to clinical application, this training helped bring classroom concepts to life and prepare our students for real-world practice.

Boogie into spring at Chance to Dance 🕺🏻🪩

Join us this Saturday March 28th for an evening of music, laughter and connection where every step in the dance floor is celebrated!

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. As SLPs and future clinicians, we play a vital role in supporting communication, promoting independence, and advocating for equitable access to care.

Inclusion is more than awareness—it’s action. Every voice deserves to be heard.

Happy World Down Syndrome Day! We are proud to collaborate with KinderFrogs Laboratory School at TCU! 💜 KinderFrogs School at TCU

Spring Break is here!

We hope our COSD students, faculty, and staff take this time to rest, recharge, and enjoy a well-deserved break. Whether you’re traveling, spending time with loved ones, or catching up on rest, take a moment to reset before the rest of the semester.

We can’t wait to see everyone back soon for the final stretch of the semester! 💜

3 minutes. 1 powerful story at a time. ⏱💜

So proud of our TCU COSD scholars who stepped up to the mic and broke down big ideas for real-world impact!

🥇 Cassia Parikh – “Language Disorders in Juvenile Justice Education Settings: Filling Holes Behind the Label of ‘Troublemaker’”

🥈 Nikki Hoopes – “When Trauma-Informed Care Turns Cold: How Behavior Management Changes for Teens”

Future-changing research, right here at TCU COSD. ✨