Susan Naeve-Velguth

Dr. Susan Naeve-Velguth is Professor of Audiology and American Sign Language at Central Michigan University, where she serves as Chairperson of the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders and Director of Community Engagement for the College of Health Professions. She holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) and maintains active membership in the American Academy of Audiology and American Speech, Language, and Hearing Association.

Education:

• PhD in Communication Disorders, University of Minnesota (1995)
• MA in Audiology, University of Minnesota (1989)
• BS in Speech and Hearing Science, University of Minnesota (1986)

Research Focus:
Her work spans three interconnected domains: FM/DM assistive hearing technologies, interprofessional education models for healthcare training, and patient counseling efficacy in audiological practice. This research addresses critical gaps in clinical education methodologies and hearing rehabilitation technology optimization.

Publication Analysis:
Her 30-year publication record demonstrates progression from foundational sign language linguistics (early 1990s) to contemporary hearing technology innovation (2023). Recent works emphasize evidence-based clinical education techniques and FM system performance, while earlier contributions established frameworks for pediatric assessment and family counseling in audiology.

Teaching:
She instructs graduate-level Audiologic Rehabilitation (CSD 431) and undergraduate American Sign Language (ASL 101H), integrating clinical simulation and community engagement practices.