Symposiums
The Department of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology is proud to host two annual symposiums — Speech-Language Pathology Symposium and Employment Fair and the Audiology Symposium and Vendor Fair.
Please join our current students, alumni, faculty and area professional for two separate days of learning and reunion.
Speech-Language Pathology Symposium and Employment Fair
The 2026 Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Symposium, titled Supporting Communication in the Face of Complex Needs, will be held on Monday, March 2, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at West Village Commons. This annual event, hosted by the Department of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, brings together students, faculty, alumni and professionals to explore current topics in communication disorders and evidence-based practices.
The symposium includes a full day of educational sessions featuring expert speakers, an exhibitor and employment fair, networking opportunities and continuing education (ASHA CEUs) for participants. Topics at the event focus on both developmental and acquired communication challenges, including augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), interprofessional teaming, and the management of apraxia of speech.
Audiology Symposium and Vendor Fair
The 14th Annual Audiology Symposium at Towson University will take place on Friday, April 17, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at West Village Commons. This full-day professional event offers a series of expert presentations on cutting-edge topics in audiology, including cochlear-implant optimization, variability in clinical practice, and community-focused hearing care. Attendees will also enjoy lunch, networking opportunities, and a vendor fair during the event.
Featured speakers include Matthew Goupell, Ph.D. (University of Maryland), Alyssa Davidson, AuD, PhD, CCC-A (Walter Reed National Military Medical Center), and a panel of audiologists discussing private practice ownership and humanitarian audiology. Registration is required due to limited seating. The symposium is free for Towson students, with a nominal fee for other participants.