Author: Lindsey Kuniewich

Aphasia Rehab Lab Spotlight

The Aphasia Rehab Lab is directed by Jennifer Mozeiko, PhD, CCC-SLP. The lab focuses on improving treatment for people with aphasia, with the goal of helping them achieve the maximum possible recovery. To do this, the lab thinks about factors like how much treatment is needed and how often it should be administered, for example. […]

SLHS Research In Review 2026

Join us for our upcoming event on Friday, February 20th, 2026, from 5:00–9:00 PM at the UConn Alumni Center in Storrs, Connecticut, where we will be hosting UConn SLHS Research in Review 2026. Eight UConn SLHS researchers will be presenting their latest findings in speech, language, and hearing sciences, emphasizing clinical implications. Afterward, a moderated panel will allow attendees to engage with speakers, explore diverse views, and assess real-world […]

Collaborative Learning and Engagement for Students in SLHS

We are excited to launch Collaborative Learning and Academic Engagement (CLAE) for undergraduate students in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences. CLAE connects new SLHS students with experienced peer mentors to support academic success, research engagement, and community involvement. Mentees gain personalized guidance and earn 1 credit Mentors build leadership skills and earn 2 credits This […]

Publication by Dr. Akshay Maggu and SLHS Alum Carly Furlong Featured in Hearing Research

A recent paper by Assistant Professor Dr. Akshay Maggu and Research Assistant Carly Furlong, B.A., SLHS ’25, in Hearing Research introduces a novel electrophysiological protocol using a 4 kHz chirp stimulus that enhances Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR) Wave I amplitude and reliability—promising for detecting subtle auditory-neural dysfunctions.   Their study, “ABR Wave I is Enhanced […]

MA-SLP Alumni’s Research Published in the Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences

Two of our SLHS graduates, Arden Ricciardone, B.A., SLHS ‘23; M.A. SLP ‘25, and Matthew Phillips, B.A., SLHS ‘22; M.A. SLP ‘24, recently had their work published in the Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences.    Arden’s undergraduate thesis investigated the bigger picture that everyday skills, such as understanding a nonnative accent, can be […]

Faculty Spotlight: Kacie Wittke

Meet Kacie Wittke, M.A., CCC-SLP, an Associate Clinical Professor in the Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences (SLHS) Department! Originally earning a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Brandeis University, Kacie always knew that she wanted to work with children in her future career. Following her graduation from Brandeis, Kacie planned to go into a PhD program […]