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Chapter Resource Packet
2017-2018
1Table of Contents
SAA Welcome and Overview ........................................................................................... 3
2017-2018 SAA Board of Directors ............................................................................... 4
SAA Overview, Mission, Vision, History ..................................................................... 5
Partnerships ..................................................................................................................... 6
Chapter Affiliation with national SAA ........................................................................... 8
New Chapters .................................................................................................................. 8
Chapter Affiliation Renewals ......................................................................................... 8
Chapter Governance........................................................................................................ 9
Chapter Tax Exempt Status ............................................................................................ 9
Chapter Contact/Information Form............................................................................... 10
Regions ............................................................................................................................. 11
Regional Contact Information....................................................................................... 11
Regional Conference Calls ........................................................................................... 12
Save the Date ................................................................................................................ 13
Chapter Resources .......................................................................................................... 14
Chapter Funding Opportunities..................................................................................... 14
Chapter Activities with the national SAA .................................................................... 15
Media and Publications ................................................................................................. 17
Additional Contacts ...................................................................................................... 18
2Hello!
Let me be the first to welcome you to this new academic year with the Student Academy of Audiology (SAA).
Not only is it a brand new year, but the SAA Board of Directors is debuting our brand new look. With the
implementation of our new board structure and the establishment of the President-Elect position, we hope that the
SAA will continue to improve our ability to serve audiology students and to be essential in the lives of our
membership.
I am honored to be writing to you as the President of the SAA, especially given that SAA has been my
professional home since I began my Au.D. Within weeks of starting my degree at Washington University in Saint
Louis., I joined my local SAA chapter. I was surprised to learn that being a part of SAA not only meant
participating in fundraisers and events, but also meant receiving mentorship from second and third year members.
The next year I applied to volunteer with national SAA and was placed on the Programs Subcommittee! I
collaborated with other members of the subcommittee and I also received support and mentorship from the
subcommittee chair.
Last year, I was elected to the national Board of Directors and served as the Undergraduate Committee Chair.
After serving on the national SAA in various capacities, it was my turn to support and mentor other students. I
had an opportunity to pay it forward by supporting other audiology students and I can’t wait to do it again! Of
course, I loved every second of my interactions with students across the country. True to every single step of this
journey, I did not operate independently and I was supported by fantastic mentors and peers along the way!
What all this nostalgia amounts to is this: I did not get here alone. You may be a leader in your local chapter, a
volunteer on a national SAA committee, or a student who recently learned about SAA for the first time. Whoever
you are, you have something special to contribute, and wherever you are on your journey, this year, I encourage
each of you to become more engaged with SAA and to empower other students along the way.
Jeni Whittaker, SAA President
Hello and welcome to national SAA!
I am so excited that you have chosen to volunteer with SAA, whether in a local, state or national capacity. Our
field is only as successful as the individuals dedicated to its success! I thank you for being that person and I’m
excited to be a future colleague of yours.
My name is Liz Marler and I am entering my third year at Purdue University. I am currently serving as the
President-Elect of SAA! This structure is brand new to the national level and I’m excited to complete large
projects and initiatives. As a leader, I thrive on information, ideas, opinions and data to make my decisions and I
encourage you to contact me if you have any of these.
My introduction to SAA started as a member of a local audiology organization at Purdue. After assisting with the
establishment of an SAA chapter at Purdue, it became very clear why the SAA is so different. We are a network
of students, all suffering through difficult courses, filling out fourth year applications and forgetting the masking
formulas. We are all volunteers with graduate assistantships, family, and hobbies (ha) competing for our time. But
we are also all future audiologists, concerned about the direction of our profession, and excited to contribute. This
unique collection of voices has been extremely influential for my personal and professional life and I hope you
can experience the same rewards.
Welcome to another great year with the SAA and I look forward to serving you in the upcoming years.
Liz Marler, SAA President-Elect
3Your 2017-2018 SAA Board of Directors
Jennifer Whittaker: Liz Marler: Steven Gianakas: Riley DeBacker:
President President-Elect Treasurer Secretary
Nominations Committee AAAF Liaison ABA Liaison
Chair ACAE Liaison
AAA Liaison
Olivia DeWald Emily Lundberg Katie Hadsell Hanna Sawher
Chapter and Member Communications Development Committee Public Outreach
Relations Committee Committee Chair Chair Committee Chair
Chair
Megan Hebb Daniel Romero Josh Huppert, AuD
SAA Programs SAA Conference Past President
Subcommittee Chair Subcommittee Chair
4Student Academy of Audiology Overview
Overview and Mission:
The Student Academy of Audiology (SAA) is the national student division of the American Academy of
Audiology (AAA) that serves as a collective voice for students and advances the rights, interests, and
welfare of students pursuing careers in audiology. The SAA introduces students to lifelong involvement
in activities that promote and advance the profession of audiology and provides services, information,
education, representation, and advocacy for both the profession and consumers of audiology services.
The SAA has over 2,000 members, consisting of students enrolled in AuD, PhD, post-baccalaureate,
undergraduate, or other accredited audiology doctoral programs for a professional degree in audiology.
Vision:
To be essential in the lives of audiology students by equipping them with the knowledge to begin a
patient-centered career that promotes the profession and advances research in audiology.
History:
The SAA was founded in 2009 after NAFDA (National Association of Future Doctors of Audiology)
approached the AAA for support. Various professional healthcare organizations have affiliated student
institutions, such as the American Medical Association-Medical Student Section (AMA-MSS), the
American Psychological Association (APA), the American Dental Association (ADA), the American
Nurses Association (ANA), and the American Veterinary Association (AVA). All have student sections
that work together with the parent organization to achieve common goals. In October 2008, Dr. Brian
Vesely, the former NAFDA President, and Dr. Patrick Feeney, the former AAA President, signed an
agreement that merged NAFDA into the AAA’s student organization, the Student Academy of
Audiology (SAA). The ultimate goal of the merger was to maintain an independent student voice, while
maximizing the opportunities that come with joining the AAA.
5Partnerships
The SAA maintains a close relationship with both the Academy and its partners. Student liaisons on the
SAA Board communicate with leadership in the following organizations:
American Academy of Audiology
Mission: The American Academy of Audiology promotes quality hearing and balance care by
advancing the profession of audiology through leadership, advocacy, education, public awareness, and
support of research.
Vision: The American Academy of Audiology is to be essential in the professional lives of audiologists
by advancing the science and practice of audiology, and achieving public recognition of audiologists as
experts in hearing and balance.
About: The American Academy of Audiology is the world's largest professional organization of, by,
and for audiologists. The active membership of more than 12,000 is dedicated to providing quality
hearing care services through professional development, education, research, and increased public
awareness of hearing and balance disorders.
Website: www.audiology.org
American Academy of Audiology Foundation
Mission: The American Academy of Audiology Foundation promotes philanthropy in support of
research, education, and public awareness in audiology and hearing science.
Vision: Support for advancements in hearing and balance that enhance the experiences of life.
About: The Foundation is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. It has a Memorandum of
Understanding (MOU) with the Academy and is an Academy partner along with the American Board of
Audiology (ABA), Accreditation Commission of Audiology Education (ACAE), and the SAA. The
Foundation’s programs reach audiologists, audiology students, consumers, and those with hearing
impairments. Our initiatives can be broadly categorized into one of three areas that correspond with our
mission: research, education and public awareness.
Website: www.audiologyfoundation.org
American Board of Audiology
Mission: The American Board of Audiology® (ABA), an autonomous organization, is dedicated to
enhancing audiologic services to the public by promulgating universally recognized standards in
professional practice. The ABA encourages audiologists to exceed these prescribed standards, thereby
promoting a high level of professional development and ethical practice.
Vision: ABA credential are earned by all leading audiologists, respected by other healthcare providers,
and trusted by patients.
About: Founded in 1999, the ABA works closely with expert practitioners across the globe to create
universally recognized standards in professional audiology practice. The ABA encourages audiologists
to exceed these prescribed standards, thereby promoting a high level of professional development and
ethical practice.
Website: www.boardofaudiology.org
6Accreditation Commission for Audiology Education
Mission: The mission of ACAE is to assure the public that only those programs that have complied with
this agency’s standards and that graduate competent audiologists trained at the AuD level will be
accredited.
Purpose: The purpose of the ACAE accreditation is to recognize, reinforce and promote high quality
performance in AuD educational programs through a rigorous verification process. This process will
produce evidence that AuD programs have prepared graduates who are qualified to be doctoral-level
audiologists. It also will assure communities of interest that graduates will be able to function according
to the national scope of practice, as defined by the professional organization.
Website: www.acaeaccred.org
7Chapter Affiliation with the national SAA
I. New Chapter Affiliation Application Process
a. Policy. Local SAA chapters must be affiliated with national SAA. Multiple audiology
organizations may have local chapters at the same university. Local chapters must follow
all rules and regulations of their respective universities and programs.
b. Procedure. Local chapters may apply for national SAA affiliation at any time. Chapters
must complete and submit a chapter information form, a faculty advisor information
form, chapter bylaws, affiliation agreement and, as needed, proof of their exempt status,
D&O Insurance, and Liability Insurance. All forms are available at
https://saa.audiology.org/ under “Become a Chapter”. No Academy or SAA dues are
required for a chapter’s affiliation. A faculty advisor is required who is a member of
AAA.
c. Undergraduate Chapter. At institutions where a doctorate of audiology graduate program
is not established and no SAA affiliate exists, a group of ten or more undergraduate
associates may request to form a local chapter. Prospective chapters must complete the
same application as new chapter affiliates, outlined above.
d. Incentives. Chapters meeting the follow national membership benchmarks by January 1
will receive the following incentives:
i. 75% membership - Eligible to apply for Humanitarian, Education, and Awareness
Resources (HEAR) Chapter Grants (for more information, please see page 14)
ii. 85% membership - Recognition in the SAAy Anything Newsletter and at the SAA
Membership Meeting
iii. 90% membership - Extra Chapter Challenges Point
iv. 100% membership - Chapter Spotlight
v. Chapters not holding at least 75% national membership will be contacted by their
regional representative to see how the SAA can better serve their members and
assist their chapter.
II. Chapter Affiliation Renewal Process
a. Chapters are required to renew their affiliation with national SAA annually. In addition,
national SAA must be notified of changed contact information, as necessary.
b. In order to maintain affiliation with national SAA, renewal documents must be submitted
by January 1.
i. For this academic year, renewal documentation will consist of updated contact
information for the chapter president, vice president, and advisor at the beginning
of the academic year and when your chapter board changes over (please see
Chapter Contact/Information form on page 10).
ii. In even years, renewal documentation will consist of chapter bylaws signed by
both the chapter president and advisor, in addition to the documentation listed
above. The SAA Board of Directors will carefully review all documentation and
chapters will be notified of their completion of the renewal process no later than
February 1.
8III. Chapter Governance
a. Information regarding chapter governance (e.g., membership composition, officers,
finances, meetings, etc.) is detailed in the chapter’s bylaws, which are completed and
submitted with the application for affiliation. A template for the bylaws is available here.
b. Any changes to a chapter’s bylaws need to be submitted to Olivia DeWald
(oliviadewald.saa@gmail.com), Chapter and Member Relations chair, and Rachael
Sifuentes (rsifuentes@audiology.org), the SAA Liaison, for approval.
c. Logo and Letterhead Use. The SAA logo is a registered trademark owned by the
Academy. The logo and letterhead design and format may not be altered in any way. Any
and all usage of the logo, for letters or other purposes, or letterhead, must have prior
approval by SAA Liaison, Rachael Sifuentes, and the Academy, to ensure
appropriateness and professionalism.
IV. Tax Exempt Status for Chapters
a. It is recommended that chapters review the financial policies of the university under
which they are housed. In most cases, student run organizations may qualify for tax-
exempt status through their university.
b. Chapters interested in obtaining tax-exempt status on their own must make their own
individual request to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for a separate review by the IRS
of their particular operations.
c. There may also be particular state and local requirements that may have to be taken into
consideration by the applicant and coordinated with the IRS application when tax-exempt
status is sought.
d. The tax-exempt 501(c)(6) status of the Academy/SAA is particular to it and may not be
used as any type of "umbrella" under which chapters conduct tax-exempt activities. In the
event there are any questions about this issue, please contact the Academy for further
information.
9Chapter Contact/Information Form
The Chapter Contact/Information Form gives the national SAA information on who your chapter’s main
points of contact are and how we can reach them. It is important we keep this information as up to date as
possible. Anytime your chapter holds an election or an officer is changed, we ask your chapter to submit a new
Chapter Contact Information Form. Once completed, please email to both:
• Olivia DeWald, Chapter and Member Relations Committee Chair (oliviadewald.saa@gmail.com)
• Rachael Sifuentes, Associate Director of SAA and Volunteer Engagement (rsifuentes@audiology.org)
10Regional Contact Information
Each of the 71 local SAA chapters is assigned a Regional Representative. The breakdown of these
regions and their corresponding representative for the 2017-2018 term is listed below. Your chapter will
receive monthly communications from your Regional Representative about pertinent SAA information
and upcoming events. If you have an issue or concern you would like to bring to the attention of the
SAA Board of Directors (BOD), you are encouraged to relay your concerns to your regional contact.
SAA BOD meetings are open to SAA members in good standing for observation and education only. A
member may address the BOD during this time if a request has been submitted at least 30 days prior.
Region Chapters SAA Regional Representative
1 A.T. Still University, Arizona State University, Pacific University, San Steven Gianakas – Treasurer
Diego State University/University of California San Diego, University of stevengianakas.saa@gmail.com
Arizona, University of the Pacific, University of Washington
2 Idaho State University, University of Colorado at Boulder, University of Steven Gianakas – Treasurer
Northern Colorado, University of Utah, Utah State University stevengianakas.saa@gmail.com
3 Lamar University, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Joshua Huppert – Past President
University of North Texas, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences hupp8892@pacificu.edu
Center, University of Texas at Austin, University of Texas at Dallas
4 University of Iowa, University of Kansas, University of Nebraska – Joshua Huppert – Past President
Lincoln, University of Minnesota, Washington University in St. Louis hupp8892@pacificu.edu
5 Louisiana Tech University, Missouri State University, University of Liz Marler – President-Elect
Arkansas at Little Rock, University of Memphis, Vanderbilt University lizmarler.saa@gmail.com
6 Auburn University, Florida State University (Undergrad), Nova Riley DeBacker – Secretary
Southeastern University, University of Florida, University of Mississippi, rileydebacker.saa@gmail.com
University of South Alabama, University of South Florida, University of
Puerto Rico
7 Illinois State University, Northern Illinois University, Northwestern Liz Marler – President-Elect
University, Purdue University, Rush University, University of Illinois at lizmarler.saa@gmail.com
Urbana – Champaign, University of Wisconsin - Madison
8 Central Michigan University, Indiana University, Northeast Ohio AuD Riley DeBacker – Secretary
Consortium, Ohio State University, Ohio University, University of rileydebacker.saa@gmail.com
Cincinnati, University of Louisville, Wayne State University
9 East Carolina University, East Tennessee State University, Gallaudet Jennifer Whittaker – SAA President
University, James Madison University, Towson University, University of jeniwhittaker.saa@gmail.com
Maryland, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, University of
Pittsburgh, West Virginia University
10 City University of New York Graduate Center, Long Island AuD Jennifer Whittaker – SAA President
Consortium, Montclair State University, Northeastern University, Salus jeniwhittaker.saa@gmail.com
University, Syracuse University, University at Buffalo, University of
Connecticut, University of Massachusetts – Amherst
11Regional Conference Calls
Your Regional Representative will work to set up three conference calls with your region over the year.
These conference calls are designed to improve inter-chapter relationships, facilitate communications,
and build a support network for local chapters. In order to maintain active status, (a) chapter
representative(s) should participate in at least one conference call. The times and dates of your
conference calls will vary between regions, but will occur within the following windows:
● Fall: September 4 – September 15, 2017
● Winter: January 15 – January 26, 2018
● Spring: April 30 – May 11, 2018
Be on the lookout for an e-mail from your regional representative to coordinate these calls!
12Save The Date!
These dates will be posted and updated throughout the year on the SAA website here.
August
● August 28: – Round 1 of Chapter Challenges begins
September
● September 1: Deadline for Student Travel Award Reimbursement (STAR) Program
● September 4 – 15: First regional call with Regional Representative
● September 21: SAAy Anything E-Newsletter
October
● October 1: Deadline for SAA HEAR Chapter Grant and SAA Student Leader Scholarship
● October 11: High-5 SAA Fundraising Challenge begins
● October 21: “Ask Me About Audiology” Campaign
November
● November 3: Round 1 of Chapter Challenges due
● November 4: Round 2 of Chapter Challenges begin
● November 6: Registration opens for AAA 2018 and the SAA Conference
● November 11: High-5 SAA Fundraising Challenge ends
● Special Olympics Healthy Hearing Supply Drive
December
● December 21: SAAy Anything E-Newsletter
January
● January 12: Round 2 of Chapter Challenges due
● January 13: Round 3 of Chapter Challenges begins
● January 15 – 26: Second regional call with Regional Representative
● National Day at Your State Capitol Day (NDAYSCD) begins
February
● February 1: Deadline for SAA HEAR Chapter Grant and SOHH Chapter Participation Grant
● SAA Humanitarian Month
March
● March 1: SAA Conference Video Rally submission deadline
● March 3: World Hearing Day
● March 15: SAAy Anything E-Newsletter
● March 16: Round 3 of Chapter Challenges due - Chapter Challenges completed
● Deadline to submit donations to 2018 Auction4Audiology
● Deadline to confirm participation in SAA T-shirt contest at AAA 2018
● Deadline to submit slides for Chapter Slideshow at AAA 2018
April
● April 6: National Day at Your State Capitol Day
● April 18 – 21: AAA 2018 in Nashville, TN
● April 21: SAA Conference
● April 30: Deadline for AAAF Scholarships
May
● April 30 – May 11: Third regional call with Regional Representative
● National Day at Your State Capitol Day (NDAYSCD) ends
June
● June 21: SAAy Anything E-Newsletter
13Chapter Funding Opportunities
Chapter Grants
Humanitarian, Educational, and Awareness Resources (HEAR) Chapter Grant
This grant of up to $1,000 is to fund the development of an SAA chapter project that is either a new
project or for the refinement of an existing project. The project must be either Humanitarian in nature,
Educational in nature, or related to the awareness of audiology. Applications are due October 1 and
February 1 annually.
Special Olympics Healthy Hearing (SOHH) Chapter Participation Grant
SAA chapters participating in local, regional, and/or state SOHH events are encouraged to apply for
these grants of up to $250.00 to offset travel costs and other expenses. Applications are due February
1 annually.
Chapter Challenges
Chapters collect points for activities completed across four main areas: Advocacy, Education,
Humanitarian and Fundraising. Points will be accumulated across three Chapter Challenges terms.
• August 28 – November 3 (submission deadline November 10)
• November 4 – January 12 (submission deadline January 19)
• January 13 – March 16 (submission deadline March 23)
In order to be in contention to win, your chapter must participate and accumulate points during at least
TWO of the three terms. At the end of each term you will submit a copy of a points tally spreadsheet by
the given deadline.
There will be SIX opportunities to win this year! Cash awards will be given in the following areas*:
• Overall Chapter Point Champion
• Most Well-Rounded Chapter Champion
• Advocacy Challenge Champion
• Education Challenge Champion
• Humanitarian Challenge Champion
• Fundraising Challenge Champion
*(categories are subject to change)
The winning chapters will be announced during the AAA Conference in Nashville, will receive cash
prizes in coordination with the AAAF, will be featured in the SAAy Anything E-Newsletter, and will be
recognized in the “SAA Spotlight” in Audiology Today!
Chapter Reimbursements – AAA Annual Conference
Chapters who send at least one representative for the entirety of the SAA Annual Membership Meeting,
which takes place at the AAA Annual Conference, will be eligible for a chapter reimbursement of up to
$100.00. A sign-in/sign-out sheet will be provided at the meeting, and eligible chapters will be contacted
after the AAA Conference to process reimbursements.
14Chapter Activities with the national SAA
Ask Me About Audiology Campaign (AMAA)
In celebration of October being National Audiology Awareness Month (NAAM) and October 28 being
National Make a Difference Day, we’re challenging you to advocate for audiology by participating in
our Ask Me About Audiology Campaign on Saturday, October 21, 2017 in YOUR local community. On
the day of the AMAA Campaign, gather members of your local SAA Chapter, wear the color forest
green, and get out into your local communities. Some great areas to target are town centers, local parks,
outdoor markets, county fairs, health fairs, sporting events, etc. Encourage members of the public to ask
questions or share their own personal experiences with hearing loss. The overarching goal is to raise
awareness for the profession of audiology and do so on both a united local and national level. Lastly, be
sure to send pictures and/or reflections about your chapter's experiences participating in the event to the
SAA Public Outreach Chair, Hanna Sawher, at hannasawher.saa@gmail.com.
Auction4Audiology
All SAA chapters are encouraged to participate in this annual fundraiser by donating an item to the
silent auction. Proceeds from the items donated by SAA chapters go towards student scholarships and
grants funded by the American Academy of Audiology Foundation. These scholarships and grants
support students around the country by funding their research, academic, and clinical endeavors.
High 5 for Foundation
In honor of National Philanthropy Day, the SAA Fundraising Committee created the High-5 Fundraiser
to support student initiatives. We are asking each SAA Chapter to find five supporters (anyone can
participate) to each donate $5 to the American Academy of Audiology Foundation by from October 11 –
November 11. We challenge each chapter to take pictures of their supporters to showcase your chapter’s
participation on the SAA Facebook and Twitter. Let's work together to make the 2017 High-5
Fundraiser an amazing second year!
National Day At Your State Capitol Day (NDAYSCD)
Every year between January and May, state legislators convene in their corresponding state's capitol to
participate in the process of lawmaking known as legislative sessions. During this time, members of the
public are welcomed and encouraged to reserve space within their state's capitol to converse with their
state legislators about issues that they are most passionate about and/or directly affect their quality of
life, whether on a personal, professional, or global level. This is where YOU come in! The SAA Public
Outreach committee is challenging you to take advocacy to the next level in your own state and allow
your voice to be heard where it matters most - upon the ears of your state's legislators! We have
provided training sessions, how-to documents, and many resources for your chapter on the SAA’s
website. National Day At Your State Capitol Day will be held on April 6th, 2018 this year.
15SAA Humanitarian Week
Join the national SAA for the third year in celebrating the World Health Organization’s (WHO) annual
World Hearing Day on March 3, 2018! World Hearing Day is held annually on March 3 after being
introduced at the First International Conference on Prevention and Rehabilitation of Hearing Impairment
in 2007. Each year, WHO and other international and local organizations carry out ear- and auditory
perception-related activities and events to promote hearing health and care around the world. The SAA
wants you to get involved and do your part to promote WHO’s initiative by hosting a humanitarian
event in your community during the month of February!
Special Olympics Healthy Hearing
Special Olympics is the largest global public health organization dedicated to serving individuals with
intellectual disabilities. Special Olympics provides free health screenings and information to Special
Olympics athletes at local, regional, and world games. One of the health screening programs provided
by Special Olympics is called Special Olympics Healthy Hearing (SOHH), which provides free hearing
screenings, education about hearing and hearing loss, and medical referrals. SAA members are
encouraged to volunteer with SOHH by connecting with their Healthy Hearing Clinical Directors in
their states. Click the header to find your respective local Special Olympics program.
SOHH Supply Drive
The national SAA is teaming up with SOHH for a special service project in order to gather some of the
supplies needed to screen and care for the SOHH athletes in our first ever SOHH Supply Drive. Some of
the supplies needed may include gloves, hand sanitizer, and hearing aid repair supplies. The supply
drive will allow volunteers to screen and treat more athletes and provide SAA chapters with a
meaningful service project.
16Media and Publications
SAA Website
A great resource to learn more about the national SAA and stay informed on news, networking
opportunities, local chapter information and resources, jobs and externships, educational opportunities,
scholarships, grants, and publications.
Social Media
Be sure to follow the Student Academy of Audiology’s Facebook and Twitter pages for weekly posts.
This is a great way to keep your local chapter informed of upcoming events, current news, fun audiology
facts, legislative initiatives, and education. Be sure to “like” us on Facebook, and “follow” us on
Twitter, @StudentAuD.
SAAy Anything E-Newsletter
The quarterly electronic newsletter provides comprehensive reporting on topics relevant to the national
SAA and its chapters featuring upcoming events, a message from your current SAA President, local
chapter updates and highlights, articles of special interest, scholarship and grant due dates, and much,
much more!
Publication Dates:
• September 21, 2017
• December 21, 2017
• March 15, 2018
• June 21, 2018
Chapter Chatter
Chapters are regularly featured in Chapter Chatter section of the quarterly SAAy Anything electronic
newsletter. They are also featured on the SAA website under Chapter Chatter. To share your chapter’s
good news with the national readership in the next SAAy Anything, contact the SAA Communications
Committee Chair, Emily Lundberg (emilylundberg.saa@gmail.com), and the Communications
Committee at communicationscommittee.saa@gmail.com. Chapter news usually includes updates on
local chapters’ participation in fundraising, philanthropic efforts, advocacy, hearing conservation,
education, and innovation within their communities.
17Additional Contacts
Below is a list of the current members of the SAA Advisory Committee (SAAAC). These individuals
serve as mentors to each of the SAA Committees. Faculty advisors for individual local SAA chapters
may utilize these individuals for more information about SAA throughout the year.
Name Email Position
Cole Campbell, AuD ccampbell@kumc.edu Secretary Liaison (beginning
10/1/17)
Andrea Green, AuD andreagreensaa@gmail.com SAA Programs
Subcommittee Liaison
Ashley Hughes, AuD ashley_hughes@starkey.com Chapter and Member
Relations Committee Liaison
Steve Madix, PhD smadix@latech.edu SAA Advisory Committee
Chair (beginning 10/1/17)
Katherine Marchelletta, AuD kamwagne@gmail.com SAA Advisory Committee
Chair (until 9/30/17)
Jennifer Martin, AuD jennifermartin.saa@gmail.com SAA Conference
Subcommittee Liaison
Melissa Newell, AuD newell7@purdue.edu Public Outreach Committee
Liaison
Kathleen Peterson, AuD kepeterson5@me.com Treasurer Liaison
Eileen Rall, AuD, PASC rall@email.chop.edu Secretary Liaison (until
9/30/17)
Virginia Ramachandran, vramach1@hfhs.org AAA Board Liaison
AuD, PhD
Rachael Sifuentes rsifuentes@audiology.org Academy Staff Liaison
Susan Von Dollen, AuD susan.vandollen@gmail.com Development Committee
Liaison
Lori Zitelli, AuD zitellild@upmc.edu Communications Committee
Liaison
Local chapter advisors can check for updates on the SAA Advisor Audiology Community and in the
Advisors’ Corner section of the SAAy Anything electronic newsletter.
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