Wendy Quach
دانشیار · Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
San José State Universityمعرفی
Dr. Wendy Quach is an Associate Professor in the Communicative Disorders & Sciences Department at San José State University (SJSU), where she directs three federally funded personnel preparation programs: Project AACES, Tapestry, and EPICS. She also oversees the AAC Clinical Assessment Project. Her research focuses on culturally responsive AAC assessment for diverse populations, including individuals with autism, ALS, and motor speech disorders. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and maintains clinical certifications as a CCC-SLP (Certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association).
Education:
- Doctor of Philosophy, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
- Master of Speech-Language Pathology, University of Alberta
- Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics, University of Alberta
Research Focus: Dr. Quach leads projects addressing AAC implementation in underrepresented communities, interprofessional collaboration, and emergency preparedness for AAC users. Her work emphasizes practical clinical guidelines informed by rigorous systematic reviews and stakeholder input.
Grants & Awards: Over $4.5M in federal grants secured, including major projects from the U.S. Department of Education (Project INCLUDE, Tapestry, EPICS, AACES) and NIH. Recognitions include the 2014 California Speech-Language-Hearing Association Outstanding Achievement Award and multiple student research accolades.
Professional Leadership: Served as USSAAC President (2016–2019), conference organizer for ISAAC 2024, and peer reviewer for multiple journals. Active in national/international advocacy for AAC users' rights and clinician training in cultural humility.
