Kate DeJarnette, MA, CCC-SLP

Kate is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Speech-Language-Hearing department. Kate graduated with both her B.A. in Communication Sciences and Disorders and M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology from The University of Kansas. Now, as a clinical faculty member, she facilitates the DICE team- Developing Inclusion through Communication and Engagement, which provides speech/language services to children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Kate teaches AAC & Literacy as well as AAC in the Schools graduate courses. Her primary interests include professional pre-service and continuing education and training in AAC, factors that contribute to effective AAC assessment and intervention, and school-based AAC services.