Megan Mahowald

Megan Mahowald, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, serves as the Program Director at Marymount University, where she leads initiatives in speech-language pathology and healthcare education. Her work emphasizes inclusive, anti-racist practices and community-centered healthcare solutions, bridging academic excellence with real-world impact.

Her research interests include:

• Advancing cultural competency and diversity in communication sciences
• Interprofessional collaboration in clinical education
• Literacy development and equity for marginalized student populations
• Grant management and sponsored program leadership

Recent publications highlight trends in anti-racism, cultural responsiveness, and interprofessional education within communication sciences and disorders. She has also contributed to grant management best practices and literacy outcomes for Hmong students.

Scientific awards include:

• Vice President of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion’s Diversity Champion Award (2024)
• Outstanding Educator Award (2020)
• Outstanding Undergraduate Research Mentor (2015)

Megan has mentored students in undergraduate research and led program development efforts, fostering community partnerships to enhance clinical training and inclusivity.