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Susan Fulton serves as Associate Professor and Chair of Communication Disorders within the College of Education, Health and Human Studies at Southeast Missouri State University. A certified audiologist with the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association since 1988, she maintains active licensure in Missouri and holds specialized certifications in online teaching methodology.
Her educational background includes:
- Doctor of Philosophy in Communication Science and Disorders (Audiology and Hearing Science concentration), University of South Florida
- Master of Science in Communicology (Audiology concentration), University of South Florida
Dr. Fulton's research examines critical intersections between hearing science and cognition, with particular focus on temporal auditory processing across the lifespan, musical training effects on auditory pathways, and innovative educational methodologies. Her work bridges clinical audiology practice with cognitive neuroscience to address hearing disorders through both therapeutic and pedagogical lenses.
Recent publication trends (2015-2017) demonstrate dual expertise in foundational auditory research (gap detection mechanisms, hearing-cognition links) and educational innovation (simulated clinical training, musical interventions). This dual focus informs both clinical practice advancements and next-generation clinician preparation.
Professional recognition includes:
- Apple Teacher Designation (2020)
- College of Education, Health and Human Studies Research Award (2019)
She has secured significant research funding including a $12,940 university grant for audiology services development and $1,754 for animal-assisted therapy research in speech clinics. As Missouri Representative for ASHA (2018-present) and committee member for Audiology Assistant Scope of Practice (2020-present), she actively shapes national audiology standards while advising future clinicians through her departmental leadership.
Dr. Fulton directs the university's Audiology Advisory Council and contributes to professional development through ASHA committee work, focusing on clinical training standards and scope-of-practice guidelines for emerging audiology support roles.
