Division for Audiological Affairs

Angi Martin-Prudent - Vice President

Audiology Committee

The Audiology Committee of ISHA represents the specialized needs of speech & hearing professionals as they relate to hearing and balance disorders and acts to inform and educate members, policymakers, and the public on these issues.

2023-2024 Roster

Angi Martin-Prudent, Chair
Mike Sharp
Tena L. McNamara

2023-2024 Committee Goals

Expand Membership
- Increase membership and active participation of young professionals (First five years in
practice)
Conduct needs assessment
- ii. Determine "why" or reason they did/did not pursue membership
- iii. Examine professionals' knowledge of ISHA benefits/services
- iv. Hold social events to connect young professionals
- Increase participation of professionals working in Illinois
Conduct listening tours in regions of the state to hear from the membership and
- those who are not members.
Investigate how we can collaborate with ILAA
- Meet with ILAA members (Board) to determine concerns, needs, and how to form a better
working relationship
Increase Audiology offerings at ISHA Convention
- Increase Audiology presentations/course offerings at ISHA Convention
- Consider offering/increasing online CEUs
- Create “package” that includes requirements for lisc. & ASHA
- Investigate working with ILAA to merge conferences