Veronica Fierro

Dr. Veronica Fierro is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Speech-Language Pathology at Delaware Valley University. Since joining in 2021, she contributes to the development of the university's speech pathology program with a focus on bilingual and multicultural competencies. She also works part-time as a bilingual (English/Spanish) speech-language pathologist for Topeka Public Schools in Kansas.

Education:

• Bachelor’s in Sociology, UCLA
• Master’s in Counseling Psychology, University of Kansas
• Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, University of Kansas
• PhD in Speech-Language Pathology, University of Kansas (2017)

Research Interests center on culturally responsive practices in speech-language pathology. Her work emphasizes:

• Bilingual assessment methodologies
• Cross-cultural intervention strategies
• Global perspectives in communication disorders
• Health equity in speech therapy services

Though no specific publications are listed, her research trajectory suggests focus on linguistic diversity and clinical applications.

Professional Engagement includes mentoring students in DelVal's online MS-SLP program. She prioritizes experiential learning through practical assignments like oral mechanism exams. As a clinician since 2001, she brings extensive real-world experience in both pediatric and adult speech therapy to her teaching.