Colin A. MacPherson

Colin A. MacPherson serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Speech-Language Pathology at Midwestern University's College of Health Sciences (Glendale campus), actively contributing to the Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology program through clinical instruction and research.

Education:

• M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology, Central Michigan University (1979)
• B.Sc.Ed., Central Michigan University

Research Focus: Dr. MacPherson specializes in identifying biomarkers for Primary Language Impairment in pediatric populations and optimizing Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) implementation within school-based speech therapy frameworks. His work bridges diagnostic precision with scalable educational interventions.

Teaching Portfolio: He instructs advanced clinical coursework including SLPPG 550 (Clinical Practicum I), SLPPG 552 (Clinical Practicum II), SLPPG 654 (Clinical Practicum III), SLPPG 656 (Clinical Practicum IV), SLPPG 522 (Child Language & Learning II), SLPPG 520 (Disorders of Articulation and Phonology), and SLPPG 507 (One Health for SLPs), with documented teaching activity through March 2025.