Student Academy of Audiology

What is SAA?

The Student Academy of Audiology (SAA) is a graduate student organization dedicated to advancing the interests of students pursuing a career in audiology. The SAA is the national student division of the American Academy of Audiology. The Pitt SAA chapter promotes public awareness of audiology and student involvement in social, community and educational programs. Each year, the organization plans advocacy, humanitarian, social, educational and fundraising events.

Mission Statement

To serve as a collective voice for students within the chapter area and to advance the rights, interests and welfare of students pursuing careers in audiology.

To engage students in lifelong professional activities that promote and advance the profession of audiology and provide services, information, education, representation and advocacy for the profession and the public we serve.

Who can join?

Graduate students enrolled full-time in the Doctor of Audiology at the University of Pittsburgh are welcome. The chapter may also include undergraduates from the university or local area who are interested in exploring audiology. The chapter will determine dues and privileges for these undergraduates as associate members. Undergraduate chapter members are required to be members of the national SAA.

How to get involved

SAA is involved on-campus and in the community. Events are held throughout the year to promote inclusion and expand our advocacy to the entire Pittsburgh community. Please check our social media pages to find the specific dates and details for our current events! Examples of events we have held in the past are listed below.

Education:

Advocacy:

Social:

Humanitarian:

Academic Events:

Fundraising:

Meet our Board!


Lauren Swatzler President	Barb Schmele Vice President	Cece Lacey Treasurer	Elizabeth Larget Secretary
"In SAA, I get to work with students to create fun social events, meaningful humanitarian activities and provide essential resources to our student body."	"SAA has allowed me the opportunity to connect with other future professionals and talk about our goals for the future."	"I enjoy collaborating with my classmates to engage with the community regarding hearing and balance disorders."	"My favorite part of SAA is being able to promote public awareness about audiology."

Laura Cahalan Humanitarian Co-Chair	Stephanie Hood Humanitarian Co-Chair	Jillian Malo Event Co-Chair	Lauren Stadel Event Co-Chair
"I like SAA because it allows us to be involved in our Pittsburgh community in a way that helps us grow professionally!"	"SAA offers guest lecturers, volunteer work, community outreach, and social events with audiology students."	"SAA allows for a great way to interact with members of all classes and interact more with the greater Pittsburgh community!"	"SAA brings in guest speakers to broaden our clinical knowledge and allows us to get involved in our community."

	Kimmy Yurasits Fundraising Chair	Gelli Ortiz Social Chair
	"I absolutely love SAA. It’s given me lifelong friends and a deep connection to the community I hope to serve."	"SAA has given me friendships and colleagues that will last a lifetime. I have loved learning and growing together."