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Message from the Chair

Dr. Kim Sabourin, Chair of Speech-Language Pathology

Dear Friends and Champions of Saint Elizabeth University,

Every day at Saint Elizabeth University, we witness the quiet triumph of a child speaking their first word and the profound dignity of an adult reclaiming their voice. Communication is not a privilege—it is a fundamental human right.

Our Voices of Promise, Voices of Hope fundraising sprint focuses directly on two critical pillars: expanding student financial assistance and sustaining our hands-on clinical training. Through our on-campus Speech-Language Pathology Clinic, hearing screenings clinic, and specialized summer intensive programs, our graduate clinicians provide compassionate, evidence-based care entirely free of charge to our community.

Your gift ensures that financial barriers never stand between a dedicated student and their clinical calling, or between a family and the life-changing care they deserve. Please join us in powering what is possible by making your impactful gift today.

Dr. Kim Sabourin, SLPD, CCC-SLP, BCS-SCF Chair & Program Director, Speech-Language Pathology Department

Our Promise

At Saint Elizabeth University, we believe communication is a fundamental human right. The Voices of Promise, Voices of Hope campaign is dedicated to expanding our Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) resources, empowering individuals of all ages to find, restore, and strengthen their voices.

Our commitment is twofold: to deliver high-quality clinical training to future speech-language pathologists and to offer compassionate, life-changing care to patients overcoming speech, language, and cognitive challenges.

Stories & Multimedia Showcase

Explore inspiring personal transformations, student achievements, clinical labs, and video stories.

Story of Success Dysphagia Lab Day with SLP Masters Students

Dysphagia Lab Day with SLP Masters Students

“Immersive hands-on clinical lab training equips our Master's students with vital practical skills in swallowing mechanics.”

SEU Graduate Clinical Training
🩺 Hands-On Swallowing & Feeding Clinical Lab
Video Testimonial Dysphagia Lab Study Session

Dysphagia Lab Study Session

“Collaborative study sessions prepare future healthcare leaders to assess, diagnose, and treat swallowing disorders effectively.”

Academic Excellence & Peer Learning
🧠 Practical Assessment & Diagnostic Mastery
Video Testimonial Overcoming Stuttering Video Thumbnail

Overcoming Stuttering & Finding Purpose

“Communication isn't just about fluency—it's about confidence, dignity, and connecting with the world around you.”

Dr. William D. Carter III
💬 Specialized Stuttering Therapy Program
Story of Hope Family receiving speech therapy

Reclaiming a Child’s Voice

“Participation in the SEU Speech-Language Clinic has meaningfully improved my child’s communication skills. The faculty and clinicians address complex disorders with exceptional skill in a warm environment.”

Parent of a Client
❤️ 100% Free Community Clinic Services
Story of Success Students in SLP clinic

More Than Statistics: Changing Lives

“Our students bring compassion and cutting-edge evidence-based clinical practices directly into our surrounding communities.”

Student Impact Initiative
📊 98%+ Job Placement Rate for Graduates
Story of Hope Speech therapy session

Empowering the Whole Family

“The care goes beyond therapy sessions. Our son receives individualized therapy, while we receive practical strategies to use in everyday life.”

Parent of a Client
🏠 Integrated Home & Family Strategies
Video Testimonial Multilingual Speech Therapy

Multilingual Speech & Language Care

“Assessing speech-language challenges in multiple languages ensures equitable healthcare for diverse communities.”

Multilingual Clinical Assessment
🌐 Culturally & Linguistically Responsive Care
Story of Success Clinician working with patient

A Family-Centered Healing Environment

“Saint Elizabeth has provided us with activities to strengthen speech between sessions. Everyone in the program treats us like family.”

Dr. Daniel Hrdina
🌟 Over 150 Families Served Annually

Support SLP

Your support directly impacts student scholarships, advanced diagnostic tools, and community clinic funding. Help us ensure that no voice goes unheard.

By investing in the Voices of Promise, Voices of Hope campaign, you provide the resources necessary for breakthrough clinical care and educational excellence.