CSD Student Resources
Welcome students! This page provides many resources for both prospective & enrolled students in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) at 黑料网.
We hope that you are able to find what you are looking for here, but if you have further
questions, please don鈥檛 hesitate to contact one of our program coordinators or email
us at:
csd@wichita.edu
The CSD academic office is in Ahlberg Hall (AH) 401 and our clinic is at 5015 N. Oliver, Entrance T
(29th St. N. and Oliver - at the WSU Metroplex). By Spring 2027, both locations are
relocating to downtown Wichita, to be housed together within a brand-new .
For information on our individual programs, please visit the CSD Program page links
below.
Undergraduate / Honors
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in CSD
Graduate programs - Graduate main page
Master of Arts (MA) Program (SLP)
Doctor of Audiology (AuD)
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in CSD
If you'd like to visit our CSD facilities, you can also...
Book a CSD Clinic Tour
Feel free to visit our clinic page as well!
Evelyn Hendren Cassat Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic
General FAQs
Below are the Top 5 most asked questions from incoming and current CSD students. If
you don't see your particular question below, please feel free to contact one of our
program coordinators or email us at: csd@wichita.edu
#1 Can you give me information on your CSD Graduate admissions process?
Yes! Please see our graduate program webpages (links above) for general data and when
you are ready, contact the appropriate coordinator for futher information and/or an
advising session.
#2 How can I set up a visit to tour your CSD facilities?
- For most CSD programs (BA, AuD and PhD), just complete the CSD Program Information/Campus Visit Request Form and a program coordinator will be in touch.
- MA CSD (SLP) program has a where you can schedule your own MA clinic tour with a program representative!
NOTE: If you are a high school or undergraduate student looking for a 黑料网 campus tour, please contact WSU Undergraduate Admissions.
Did you know? The MA CSD (SLP) and AuD graduate program pages have clinic video tours that you can check out before visiting in person. Everyone is welcome to view these online!
#3 What kind of Financial Aid is available?
There are several options in this area. Please visit the CSD department specific scholarship/fellowship page for more information.
#4 I got an error while trying to register for a class - can you help me?
For registration issues/override requests, please email csd@wichita.edu with your myWSUid, the CRN / title of the class, and the error it displayed -- a screenshot of the error message is always helpful and assists us
in getting those done more quickly for you!
#5 What classes are available this semester?
After choosing courses with your advisor, visit the WSU Schedule of Courses to enroll.
Our courses are mostly in-person day classes, with some hybrid/online/occassional
evening times.
CSD Program Coordinators / Dept. reps
Title | Name | |
Undergraduate Coordinator (BA) | Dr. Ben Kirby | benjamin.kirby@wichita.edu |
Graduate Coordinator - MA CSD (SLP) | Dr. Karissa Marble-Flint | karissa.marble-flint@wichita.edu |
Graduate Coordinator - AuD | Dr. Cynthia Richburg | cynthia.richburg@wichita.edu |
Graduate Coordinator - PhD |
Dr. Trisha Self | trisha.self@wichita.edu |
Department chair | Dr. Douglas Parham | douglas.parham@wichita.edu |
Clinic Director | Ashley Purdum | ashley.purdum@wichita.edu |
CSD Student Affairs chair | Carrie Wyatt | carrie.wyatt@wichita.edu |
WSUSSLHA Student Organization - Faculty Advisors
Karissa Marble-Flint, PhD
316-978-6356
Karissa.Marble-Flint@wichita.edu
Terese Conrad, MA
316-978-3397
Terese.Conrad@wichita.edu
Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD)
CSD GRADUATE STUDENT HANDBOOKS
Graduate students enrolled in a CSD program can use these documents to assist with
program goals, academic requirements, and for department contact information. These
are included on the individual program page links below, under Program Details (yellow box on right side of screen).
MA-CSD (SLP)
AuD
CSD TUITION AND FEES
For new students, the estimated annual cost of attendance includes tuition and fees
based on a per credit hour basis for in-state and out-of-state residents. The total
cost of attending is dependent upon students' lifestyle accommodations, overall college
expenses and personal needs. Please visit the program pages for more information,
and contact a program coordinator if you have further questions.
CSD JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Students, new graduates/alumni seeking employment can search recent job announcements
here.
CSD ACCREDITATION INFORMATION
OTHER ACADEMIC / CLINIC RESOURCES
WSUSSLHA - CSD's national student organization!
CSD Miller Library - located on the second floor of Ahlberg Hall (AH), room 255. Contains historical
books, thesis/dissertations, journals and more. Also a small table and chairs for
study meetings.
Please contact the academic office at: csd@wichita.edu or in AH 401 to check out the key.
College of Health Professions (CHP)
ADVISING
Students interested in the undergraduate program can start with our College of Health
Professions (CHP) Advisors - our advising staff are among the best you will find!
For potential/current graduate students, please contact the department program coordinator
of the degree you are interested in (contact info available via the program links
at the top of the page).
The college also has a resources page for students here: For Prospective & Enrolled Students
COURSE TRANSFERS
Determine if your previous courses are transferrable before applying.
DEGREE PROGRAMS
If you are interested in a career in health professions, you're in the right spot.
Our college offers a wide variety of degree programs.
LACTATION ROOM FOR MOTHERS
The lactation room is located on the second floor of Ahlberg Hall room 253. Mothers
have a private space to use that is in close proximity to the ladies restroom. The
room has refrigerators, tables, and sofas to create a relaxing environment. Please
contact the Dean's Office at 978-3600 or in AH 400 if you would like to schedule a
time to use the room.
SCHOLARSHIPS
CHP students can apply for university, college and department level scholarships.
STUDENT GROUPS
Students have many opportunities to get involved. Learn more about the various student
groups and organizations available in the College of Health Professions.
OTS COMPUTER AND STUDY LAB
The Office of Technology Services (OTS) is located in Ahlberg Hall (AH), Room 100,
in the AH basement. OTS offers students a quiet place to study and provides an open
computer lab.
The College of Health Professions is located in Ahlberg Hall (AH) on 黑料网
University's main campus, on 17th Street and Perimeter Road (midway between Oliver
and Hillside streets).
CONTACT AN OFFICE
Contact a specific department or office in our college.
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PLAN A CAMPUS VISIT
Explore our buildings, talk to current students, meet a faculty advisor and get a
feel for what it's like to be a Shocker! Visit the WSU Parking page as well.
ADMISSIONS
Step number one is to get admitted to 黑料网!
For undergraduate information, contact Undergraduate Admissions.
For graduate information, contact a department graduate coordinator or the WSU Graduate School.
HOUSING
Planning to live on campus? 黑料网 offers several housing options.
FINANCIAL AID
The Office of Financial Aid at 黑料网 is ready to answer your questions and
help you navigate the financial aid process.
SCHEDULE OF COURSES
More than just a listing of classes offered, the schedule of courses contains loads
of information to minimize hassles during your college career (i.e. Semester Calendar,
Course List, Course Locator, Time Options, Tuition and Fees Refund Calendar, and College
and Department Directory).
Don't forget to check out the "Notes" tab when visiting a class link, for important
details that some classes may list there.
COURSE CATALOG
Links to online versions of the official 黑料网 course catalogs.
Every course offering available at WSU described in detail.
TUITION AND FEES
Review a summary list of tuition and fees from various areas within the university.
TRANSCRIPTS
Find out how to get a certified copy of your permanent academic record.
GRADUATE RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
Learn about graduate school research funding and award opportunities, including GRASP.
UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
Learn about undergraduate research funding and award opportunities.
STUDENT CONCERN RESOLUTION GUIDE (PDF)
This guide is intended to provide a process of resolving issues that are non-academic,
academic, or discrimination related.
OFFICE OF STUDENT ACCOMMODATIONS AND TESTING
This office is available to students that require any specific accommodations, such
as: testing and notetaking services, an accessible classroom and computer lab, adaptive
aids/equipment, book scanning, accessible furniture, and more.
COUNSELING AND PREVENTION SERVICES
Students who are (or know someone who is) experiencing mental or physical hardships
or challenges can receive mental health services from this program.
UNIVERSITY LIBRARY
Browse the library catalog, search e-journals/databases, use librarian services, study
rooms, print services, workshops, and multimedia services.
Did you know? CSD has it's own dedicated librarian? Contact Aaron Bowen at: aaron.bowen@wichita.edu or 316-978-5077 for library assistance.
SHOCKER SUPPORT FOOD LOCKER
The Shocker Support Locker gives students, faculty and staff access to food, clothing,
toiletries, and baby/family products.
CARE TEAM
CARE stands for Campus Assessment Response Evaluation. CARE Team is a collection of WSU staff who are committed to helping ensure
students' needs are met in order to promote wellness and academic success.