Olivia Moore
Major: Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences (SLHS)
Doctor of Audiology student, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Why did you declare Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences as your major?
I declared this major because I was drawn to the ability to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives and their ability to communicate. The coursework offered under this degree was something so unique in comparison to other universities. I was able to take four semesters of American Sign Language and also receive hands-on experience with the Butler Aphasia Community and the Butler Audiology Clinic.
What is your current position and how did Butler help prepare you for this role?
I am currently a second-year Doctor of Audiology student at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Here I am a student clinician. On top of my daily coursework, I see patients in the University of Wisconsin Speech and Hearing Clinic. In addition, I work within the Communication Science and Disorders (CSD) department, assisting with the admission process of the master, doctoral, and PhD programs. Butler University played a significant role in growing my confidence while also providing me with a strong academic foundation to be a successful student and clinician. The hands-on experience that I gained in my senior year through the Butler Aphasia Clinic and Audiology Clinic has been invaluable in shaping my clinical skills. I was one of the few students who came into graduate school with patient care experience; this was an asset when I started to see patients during my first semester.
Who at Butler inspired you the most and why?
Dr. Mary Gospel and Kelly Lormore played pivotal roles in shaping my desire to become a clinician. Their passion for teaching and the profession of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology was contagious, inspiring me to pursue this profession with the same enthusiasm.
What is your favorite part of your graduate school experience?
My favorite part is the people I get to work with on a daily basis. My cohort and clinical supervisors make this experience so fun and rewarding.
What are your long-term career goals?
My long-term career goal is to specialize in pediatric care, specifically focusing on the cochlear implant population. I have always been passionate about working with children; however, I hope to also collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care.
What advice do you have for current Butler students?
Take everything in! Time flies by so quickly, so embrace every opportunity or new experience that comes your way. Another piece of advice would be to be kind to your current self. It is easy to get caught up in the next thing to accomplish or the next task to complete, but it is so important to embrace where you are now and how far you have come.