NSSLHA at Baylor

The National Student Speech Language and Hearing Association (NSSLHA) is a preprofessional organization for students pursuing careers in speech language pathology and audiology.

The NSSLHA chapter at Baylor University represents an inclusive and diverse network of students with similar interests. Members have the opportunity to hear from professionals working in the field and to participate in a variety of social, service, and advocacy events.

Meetings

Baylor NSSLHA general meetings are held once per month. They are open to any Baylor student interested in Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD).

Fall 2025 Meeting Schedule

NSSLHA members are encouraged to attend as many meetings as possible. See full membership details below.

Membership

While general Baylor NSSLHA meetings and events are open to all Baylor students, specific requirements must be completed to become an active member of NSSLHA. Active members who meet all requirements are able to include NSSLHA membership on their resumes and receive recognition and cords for graduation.

In order to become a Baylor NSSLHA member, a student must complete the membership link provided at the general meetings and in the newsletters. Members are encouraged to attend as many NSSLHA meetings and events as possible. Active member requirements include:

• Attending 2 of the 3 meetings per semester
• Attending 1 social event per semester
• Attending 2 service events per semester
• Attending 1 advocacy event per semester
• Participating in the Fall Carnival
• Attending the Fall Conference
• Paying local dues (Freshmen-Juniors only)
• Paying national dues (Seniors only)

2025-2026 Officers

• President: Lainey Jones – Lainey_jones1@baylor.edu
• Vice President: Paige Magera – Paige_magera1@baylor.edu
• Secretary: Eva Delap – eva_delap@baylor.edu
• Social Chair: Abby Fowler – Abby_fowler1@baylor.edu
• Service Chair: Halle Walker – Halle_walker1@baylor.edu
• Treasurer: Sarah Badawi – Sarah_badawi1@baylor.edu
• DEI/Advocacy Chair: Olivia Davis – Olvia_davis3@baylor.edu
• Public Relations Chair: Lexie Bayouth – Lexi_bayouth1@baylor.edu

Become a NSSLHA Member

National Student Speech Language and Hearing Association

BELONG

Join an inclusive and diverse pre-professional organization of students pursuing careers in Speech Pathology, Audiology, and Deaf Education

SERVE

Participate in monthly service events to support the needs of adults and children in the Waco community with communication challenges

ADVOCATE

Participate in advocacy events to support legislation that affects CSD

SOCIALIZE

Build strong connections within the Baylor CSD community by participating in fun and creative monthly social events

Learn about CSD professions and their impact on families. Monthly guest speakers share their experiences with CSD. Guests have included:

• Professionals working in the field
• Graduate students in CSD
• Families that have been impacted by CSD professionals
• And more!

Connect

Instagram: @nsslhaatbaylor

Email: NSSLHA@baylor.edu