Illinois State University CSD Department

08/21/2026

Check out the new paper from Dr. Lorio and colleagues at Duquesne University! They found that children aged 6 months–3 years actively participate in shared book reading—using frequent verbal and gestural signals—and that book type and complexity shape both how much and what kind of communication occurs. The study highlights shared reading as a powerful context for supporting early language development.

Purpose: Limited research has investigated very young children's contributions to the strong relationships between shared book reading and develo...

08/17/2026

Welcome back, ISU CSD! A new school year means new opportunities to learn, grow, and succeed together. Here’s to an amazing year ahead! 🍎🎒

08/12/2026

Winter Therapy Abroad 2027 is officially headed to Dominica, Caribbean!

Join us December 31, 2026 - January 10, 2027 for an immersive clinical and cultural experience where you'll:

🗣️ Gain hands-on clinical experience
🏥 Visit schools, hospitals, and community settings
🌎 Build cultural competence and global perspectives
👂 Participate in speech, language, and hearing screenings
🏝️ Explore both Puerto Rico and Dominica

Think rainforest hikes, waterfalls, Champagne Reef snorkeling, the Kalinago Territory, Old San Juan, and unforgettable memories with your cohort.

Best of all? Everything is included for $4,950 including airfare, lodging, meals, transportation, excursions, clinical experiences, and more.

Ready to take your learning beyond the classroom?

Learn more: https://therapyabroad.wetravel.com/trips/dominica-illinois-state-university-csd-program-therapy-abroad-7597858326 -this-trip

Sign up: https://forms.illinoisstate.edu/forms/dominica_26_27

08/10/2026

Three Countries. Ten Days. Endless Learning.

Imagine spending your Spring Break exploring Europe while learning how speech-language pathology and audiology services are delivered around the world.

The ISU CSD Therapy Abroad Program takes students on an educational journey through:

📍 Italy
📍 Slovenia
📍 Austria

Highlights include:

✅ Visiting universities and healthcare settings
✅ Learning about international clinical practices
✅ Building cultural competence
✅ Networking with fellow CSD students
✅ Experiencing Milan, Venice, Ljubljana, Graz, and Vienna

📅 March 5–14, 2027
✈️ Airfare included
👥 Limited spots available

Invest in your future while experiencing the adventure of a lifetime.

🔗 Reserve your spot:
https://forms.illinoisstate.edu/forms/therapy_abroad_spring_break_2027

🔗 Learn more:
https://therapyabroad.wetravel.com/trips/italy-slovenia-austria-illinois-state-university-program-therapy-abroad-0586371767

08/07/2026

🌴 Big News! Winter Therapy Abroad 2027 is headed to Dominica! 🌴

We are excited to announce that the Illinois State University CSD Program has relocated our Winter Break Therapy Abroad experience to Dominica in the Caribbean, allowing us to provide the same high-quality clinical, cultural, and educational experience at a more cost-effective price for students.

During this 11-day experience (December 31, 2026 - January 10, 2027), students will:

✅ Gain hands-on clinical experience in schools, hospitals, home health settings, and geriatric facilities
✅ Participate in speech, language, and hearing screenings
✅ Learn about healthcare delivery in another country
✅ Develop cultural humility through meaningful community engagement
✅ Explore two Caribbean destinations: Puerto Rico and Dominica

Plus, enjoy unforgettable experiences including rainforest waterfalls, Champagne Reef snorkeling, the Kalinago Territory, Old San Juan, and more!

💲 $4,950 all-inclusive ✈️ Airfare, accommodations, meals, transportation, excursions, therapy materials, and in-country support included.

This is an incredible opportunity to grow as a future clinician while experiencing two beautiful Caribbean destinations. Sign up today:

Join CSD student organizations to develop leadership skills and enhance your education.

08/06/2026

✈️ Turn Spring Break into a Global Learning Experience!

Join the Illinois State University CSD Therapy Abroad Program and explore speech-language pathology and audiology from an international perspective.

Travel through Italy, Slovenia, and Austria while visiting:

🏫 Universities
🏥 Clinics
🌟 Special education programs

Along the way, you'll experience some of Europe's most iconic destinations, including Milan, Venice, Ljubljana, Graz, and Vienna.

📅 March 5–14, 2027
✈️ Airfare included
👥 Limited enrollment

This is more than a trip—it's an opportunity to broaden your professional perspective and stand out as a future clinician.

🔗 Reserve your spot:
https://forms.illinoisstate.edu/forms/therapy_abroad_spring_break_2027

🔗 Learn more:
https://therapyabroad.wetravel.com/trips/italy-slovenia-austria-illinois-state-university-program-therapy-abroad-0586371767

08/05/2026

📣 Exciting Update!

Our Winter Break 2027 Therapy Abroad Program has a new home: Dominica, Caribbean! 🌴

Students will gain hands-on clinical experience, participate in speech, language, and hearing screenings, and explore healthcare and communication services in an international setting, all while experiencing the culture and beauty of both Puerto Rico and Dominica.

📅 Dec. 31, 2026 - Jan. 10, 2027
💲 $4,950 All-Inclusive
✈️ Airfare, lodging, meals, transportation, excursions, and clinical experiences included.

Adventure. Clinical growth. Global perspective.

Applications opening soon! 🌎🗣️✨

08/02/2026

We’re grateful to the SLPs from the Illinois Assistive Technology Program (IATP) for visiting CSD 460 to share their expertise with our graduate speech-language pathology students! Students explored the impact of assistive technology and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), gaining hands-on experience with tools that help individuals communicate more effectively and participate more fully in everyday life. Thank you, IATP, for an engaging and informative learning experience!

07/30/2026

🌍 Study Abroad in Europe – Spring Break 2027!

Calling all CSD undergraduate and graduate students! Join the Illinois State University CSD Therapy Abroad Program for an unforgettable 10-day experience in Italy, Slovenia, and Austria.

✅ Visit universities, clinics, and special education programs
✅ Explore global approaches to speech-language pathology and audiology
✅ Build cultural competence and professional skills
✅ Experience Milan, Venice, Ljubljana, Graz, and Vienna

📅 March 5–14, 2027
✈️ Airfare included
👥 Limited spots available

Expand your perspective, enhance your future career, and explore Europe alongside fellow CSD students!

🔗 Reserve your spot:
https://forms.illinoisstate.edu/forms/therapy_abroad_spring_break_2027

🔗 Learn more:
https://therapyabroad.wetravel.com/trips/italy-slovenia-austria-illinois-state-university-program-therapy-abroad-0586371767

07/27/2026

🌏 Thailand + Clinical Experience + Adventure = The Opportunity of a Lifetime!

Join the ISU CSD Therapy Abroad Program during Winter Break 2026–2027 and gain hands-on clinical experience, explore inclusive education practices, and learn about global approaches to Communication Sciences and Disorders—all while experiencing Thailand’s vibrant culture.

📅 December 26, 2026 – January 9, 2027
👥 Limited to 25 students
✅ Clinical and observation hours available
✅ Open to SLP/AUD graduate students and CSD undergraduate seniors

🔗 Reserve your spot:
https://forms.illinoisstate.edu/forms/thailand26_27

🔗 Learn more:
https://therapyabroad.wetravel.com/