Featured Communications Studies Students

Ashleigh Marcus ’23
Speech Major with a Minor in Spanish
 

"The speech program at St. Joseph’s University has been very beneficial and transformative for me. Attending St. Joseph's with the goal of becoming a speech-language pathologist has been the best decision I have made. The professors all really care for, and want the best for, each student. Thanks to this program, I also feel very ready and prepared for graduate school. I will be taking all of the knowledge I have learned here at St. Joseph’s to graduate school with me, and one day to my career."

Melanie Spitz ’22
B.A. in Speech with a Minor in Psychology

"My time in the speech program at St. Joseph’s University was nothing but fulfilling and rewarding. The varying classes provided me with a comprehensive understanding of the speech pathology field, which includes working with all different populations in medical- or school-based settings. The program is designed with the necessary coursework and content so that I am able to effectively continue my studies in grad school. The most notable part of my time in the speech program was the interactions and relationships I had formed with my professors. Not only was each of my professors extremely knowledgeable about their area of study, but they were also immensely helpful and supportive in and outside of the classroom. This program has given me the perfect foundation as I continue into my future career as a speech-language pathologist!"

Savannah Blinn ’22
B.A. in Speech Communication

"During my time at St. Joseph’s University, the speech program was the most organized, communicative and friendly program I have ever been a part of. I feel as though I received the highest and most professional education for my future, from the most reputable and knowledgeable staff. The professors were more of mentors and confidants, as opposed to just a source of education, which made coming into class feel more like home rather than school."

Michael Giannetto ’19
B.A. in Speech Communication

"This program far exceeded my expectations. The professors come from various areas of speech-language pathology (SLP), including hospitals, schools, private practice and research, which definitely helped me gain perspective on the varied types of work that an SLP does. The content of the program has a heavy focus on preparation for graduate school, as well as the career as a whole. Furthermore, the faculty are all brilliant and approachable, consistently staying after class to ensure comprehension of content was attained by any student willing to put in the work. I feel completely prepared for graduate school and know that my time spent at St. Joseph’s University will forever be an important part of making me into the best SLP I can be."