As the Texas Speech-Language-Hearing Association (TSHA) continues to focus on supporting its members and strengthening connections across the state, we are excited to share some key updates that will help build an even stronger community in 2025.

The Texas Speech-Language-Hearing Association (TSHA) Convention Programing Committee, under the leadership of Vice President for Educational and Scientific Affairs Diane Longnecker, is working hard to finish final preparation for the TSHA 2025 Convention. They have prepared a creative assortment of educational programs, invited speakers, and opportunities to network with other professionals, colleagues, and friends. 

As we approach National Speech-Language-Hearing Month this May, the Texas Speech-Language-Hearing Association (TSHA) is gearing up to celebrate with exciting new content and giveaways! This year, we’re focused on making every voice heard across the state and in all areas we serve. It’s an opportunity to connect, grow, and share our WHY—the passion and purpose that drive us as professionals in the fields.

It is the duty of the Nominations and Elections Committee to solicit nominations from the Texas Speech-Language-Hearing Association (TSHA) membership and develop a slate of no more than two candidates for each office. On behalf of the committee, I am pleased to share our recommended slate for the 2025 nominations and elections cycle. 

As future speech-language pathologists and audiologists, we must embrace person-centered care to ensure that our interventions are meaningful, culturally responsive, and tailored to each individual's unique needs, ultimately empowering them to communicate with confidence in their daily lives.

As I enter the role of Vice President of Professional Services at the Texas Speech-Language-Hearing Association (TSHA), I've had the privilege of witnessing firsthand the extraordinary contributions of our volunteers. Beyond the invaluable hours they dedicate, I've come to recognize a profound truth: Our volunteers are a reservoir of untapped talent, a force multiplier that deserves our unwavering appreciation and strategic cultivation.

The Texas Speech-Language-Hearing Foundation (TSHF) is excited to continue intentional efforts in facilitating leadership development for current and future leaders of the Texas Speech-Language-Hearing Association (TSHA). These leadership training initiatives will be supported by the TSHF through the Julie Beth Noel Leadership Development Fund. 

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