 Annual Convention
February 7-9, 2008
Marriott Madison West
Middleton, WI
Convention Details
2008 Convention Committee
Vice President - Education
Kathy Williamson, M.S.
Convention Co-Chairs
Speech and Language Co-Chair
Mary Brawley, M.A., CCC-SLP
Audiology Co-Chair
Ryan Gregg, Au.D., CCC-A
2009 Audiology Co-Chair
Kimberly Knudsen, Au.D., CCC-A
WSHA-P Office and Continuing Education Credits
Theresa Zamagias
Suzy Buckshaw
Viterbo Graduate Credit
Kathy Williamson, M.S.
Carrie Loth, M.S., CCC-SLP
Student Relations Committee Chair
Beth Jauquet, B.S.
Exhibitor Committee Co-Chairs
Lucretia Waldbuesser, M.S., CCC-SLP
Cheryl Bonert, Au.D., CCC-A
Moderator Co-Chairs
Marycarolyn Jagodzinski, M.A., CCC-SLP
Wendy Wasserman, M.S., CCC-SLP
Silent Auction Co-Chairs
Bonnie Heintskill, M.S., CCC-SLP
Mikaely Anderson, M.S., CCC-SLP
Audiology Speakers Committee Chair
Ryan Gregg, Au.D., CCC-A
Schools Speakers Committee Chair
Nina Cass, M.S., CCC-SLP
Medical (Adult) Speakers Committee Co-Chairs
Sherri Zelazny, M.A., CCC-SLP
Angela Higgins-Jed, M.S., CCC-SLP
Birth-to-Six Speakers Committee Co-Chairs
Linda Anton, M.S., CCC-SLP
Jennifer Eggert, M.S., CCC-SLP
Roundtable Speakers Committee Chair
Michelle Lebas-Bowen, M.S., CCC-SLP
Special Events Chair
Karolyn Mirasola, M.S., CCC-SLP
Student Presentations Chair
Tami Gumz, M.S., CCC-SLP, CCC-A
Volunteer Committee Chair
Kristine Bayer, Au.D., CCC-A
2007-2008 WSHA-P President
Mary Ann Maiers, M.S., CCC-SLP
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Highlighted Speakers
Audiology Track
Child Advocacy, IEP and Working with Insurance Companies
Thursday, February 7, 8:45 am - 10:45 am
Sheri Byrne-Haber, J.D.
Clinical Management of the Tinnitus Patient
Friday, February 8, 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Robert W. Sweetow, Ph.D.
Moving Beyond the Hearing Aid Evaluation: Comprehensive Aural Rehabilitation
Friday, February 8, 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Robert W. Sweetow, Ph.D.
Psychological Factors in Patients With Dizziness – Concepts, Detection and Treatment
Saturday, February 9, 8:45 am - 12:45 pm
Jeffrey P. Staab, M.D., M.S.
School/Birth to Six Tracks
The First Year of Life: What To Look For, What To Watch For and What To Do
Thursday, February 8, 8:45 am - 4:00 pm
Rona Alexander, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, BRS-S and Cindy Michalek, M.S., CCC-SLP
Working With Linguistically Diverse Children and Families: Challenges and Strategies
Friday, February 8, 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Raquel Anderson, Ph.D.
Walk Awhile in My Autism
Thursday, February 7, 8:45 am - 4:00 pm
Nanette Negri, Ph.D. and Kate McGinnity, M.S.
Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD): Assessment, Management and Treatment
Friday, February 8, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Donna Geffner, Ph.D., CCC-SP/A
Current Reading Research and Practical Treatment Ideas for Monday Morning
Friday, February 8, 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Elizabeth C. Crawford, M.S., CCC-SLP
RTI and SLPs: A Foot in the Door for Inclusive Services for Students with Language Impairment
Saturday, February 9, 8:45 am - 5:30 pm
Barbara Ehren, Ed.D., CCC-SLP
Adult Track
FEES Workshop
Thursday, February 7, 8:45 am - 11:45 am
Molly Knigge, M.S., CCC-SLP
Parkinson’s Disease
Friday, February 8, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Erwin Montgomery, M.D.
Vocal Cord Dysfunction (Parts 1 and 2)
Saturday, February 9, 8:45 am - 12:45 pm
Florence Blager, Ph.D., CCC-SLP and Sherri K. Zelazny, M.A., CCC-SLP
The Vulnerable Elderly Patient With Dysphagia: Assessment and Management
Saturday, February 9, 8:45 am - 12:45 pm
Joe Murray, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, BRS-S and Paula Sullivan, M.S., CCC-SLP, BRS-S, ASHA Fellow
Cognitive-Communication Disorders of Dementia: Assessment and Intervention
Saturday, February 9, 8:45 am - 5:00 pm
Tammy Hopper, Ph.D.
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Convention Events
Opening Session
Thursday, February 7 – 7:30 – 8:30 am
Doors will open at 7:15 am! Join your colleagues in the Exhibit Hall to enjoy a complimentary breakfast. From 7:30 – 8:30 am, Dennis L. Burrows, Ph.D., CCC-A, Vice President for Quality of Services in Audiology for the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) will be our opening session speaker for the Convention. Dr. Burrows will be speaking on the topic of Evidence Based Practice (.1 CEU). At the conclusion of the session, two lucky attendees will win door prizes—drawings include a complimentary two-day 2009 WSHA-P Convention registration and complimentary
2008-09 WSHA-P membership dues. You must be present to win!
Thursday’s “Lunch On Your Own”
Thursday, February 7 – 11:45 am – 1:00 pm
We’ve revamped the “lunch on your own” for Thursday. You will have your choice of: 1) boxed lunches available for sale; 2) buffet lunch at the Hotel’s Tiffany Grille; 3) sit-down at the Hotel’s Atrium area; or 4) explore Middleton on your own!
Roundtable Discussions
Thursday, February 7 – 5:00 – 7:00 pm
This is a great opportunity to discuss hot topics and network with other professionals. Listen and learn or take part in a spirited debate. Take advantage of this chance to connect with colleagues (.2 CEUs).
Welcome Reception
Thursday, February 7 – 7:00 – 8:00 pm
Following the Roundtable Discussions, join your colleagues for the WSHA-P Welcome Reception. Sit and relax while you enjoy light food and a cash bar.
Exhibitors One-On-One Session
Friday, February 8 – 7:45 – 8:45 am
Prior to this session, breakfast will be available at 7:30 am in the Exhibit Hall. This is a new and creative way for you to earn contact time toward CEUs! Participating vendors will provide information relative to speech-language pathology and audiology in areas such as product information, services, technology, industry trends or professional issues. This information will be presented in small groups of 10-15 participants in three, 20-minute segments for an hour session (.1 CEU).
Silent Auction
Friday, February 8 – 7:45 am – 6:30 pm
Saturday, February 9 – 8:00 am – 12:15 pm
Bring your cash, checks and credit cards to bid on gifts and great finds at the WSHA Silent Auction.
“Current Topics” – Working Lunch
Friday, February 8 – 12:15 - 1:15 pm
While enjoying a delicious lunch, you’ll be brought up to date on current topics of interest (.1 CEU). Pre-registration is required (see registration form). A ticket will be provided in your convention materials.
Poster Sessions
Friday, February 8 – 5:30 – 6:30 pm
Professionals and students will display their educational posters on Friday from 5:30-6:30 pm. One (1) CE hour is available for your participation and discussion with presenters. Note: While posters may be displayed throughout the day on Friday, earning the CE credit for viewing posters is only available during the designated time of 5:30-6:30 pm.
President’s Reception and Awards Ceremony
Friday, February 8 – 6:30 – 7:30 pm
WSHA-P President, Mary Ann Maiers, will be hosting a special President’s Reception while presenting Association Awards. Heavy hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar will be available. Join Mary Ann in honoring Wisconsin’s finest!
Quest For The Cup
Friday, February 8 – 7:30 – 8:30 pm
Refresh your knowledge of current standards and skills of speech, language, hearing, swallowing and communication disorders while attending the First Annual Quest For The Cup as the universities in Wisconsin with programs in Communication Disorders compete in this head-to-head competition to win the coveted title of WSHA-P Quest For The Cup Champion. Each team will consist of 5 members: 3 students, 1 faculty (clinical or academic) and 1 state association member. There is no limit to the number of teams that can be entered. Questions and answers will follow a Jeopardy-style format. Questions will represent those typically found on the PRAXIS examination. Points will be awarded for correct answers. The university with the most points will be awarded prizes. Prizes will be awarded to first, second and third place teams. Teams and audience members are encouraged to wear appropriate collegiate attire and bring banners or other props to advertise teams. Prizes will also be awarded to the most creative team. Teams and audience cheerleaders will be awarded (.1 CEU).
Ask WSHA-P: Professionals Working for Your Professions
Saturday, February 9 – 7:30 – 8:30 am
Join the WSHA-P Executive Board and ASHA Legislative Councilor for a breakfast session focusing on issues and trends impacting the professions of speech-language pathology and audiology, including reimbursement, legislation at state and federal levels, graduate level training programs, state and licensure requirements.
Association Luncheon
Saturday, February 9 – 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Doors open at 12:45 pm
The Association Luncheon is included in your registration fee. Special Performance of Parkinson’s Playhouse, Performed by the UW Theatre for Social and Cultural Awareness, Directed by Patrick J. Sims
The Parkinson’s Playhouse is a community education program designed to promote open communication about some of the tough issues surrounding Parkinson’s Disease, including receiving the diagnosis, giving up driving, and sharing the diagnosis at the workplace. The program is an original collaboration between the University of Wisconsin Department of Theatre and Drama - Theatre for Social and Cultural Awareness and the Voice and Swallow Clinic, Division of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. Theatre students met with Parkinson’s patients and then wrote original scripts for two plays that targeted issues that individuals have to deal with when diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. The original event was performed for World Voice Day 2007 and offered as community education for the Parkinson’s community, which included patients, caregivers and health care providers. Following the performance of each play, the theatre students facilitated discussion with the audience regarding the issues presented. WSHA-P attendees will also have the opportunity to discuss the subject matter and skits with the theatre students. This is a unique opportunity to participate in an interactive and dynamic discussion of Parkinson’s Disease.
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Hotel Information
Rooms are available at the Marriott Madison West at the special rate of $102 single or double occupancy. To guarantee this rate and ensure a room will be available, reservations must be made by January 14, 2008. To make a reservation, please call the Marriott at 800-228-9290/608-831-2000 and request the
WSHA-P room block. For directions and map to the convention site, Marriott Madison West, 1313 John Q. Hammons Drive, Middleton, WI 53562, please refer to the Marriott website: www.marriott.com.
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Continuing Education
Graduate Credit
Once again we are offering graduate credit for attending the 2008 WSHA-P Convention through Viterbo University. This is a fabulous opportunity to obtain graduate credit for a very reasonable fee. The Viterbo University Convention Instructor of Record is Carrie Loth.
Attendance Requirements:
Attend sessions all day Thursday, the round table on Thursday evening
and sessions all day on Friday but NOT Friday evening.
Attend sessions all day Friday, the activities on Friday evening and
sessions all day on Saturday.
You do not need to attend both evening sessions --- only one evening.
Tuition:
• Cost is $160 for one graduate credit.
• Payment must be made at the convention when you pick up your packet.
• Preferred payment method is by credit card or check.
• Packets must be picked up at the registration booth between 7:30-8:30 AM on Thursday or Friday.
• Final paperwork should be turned in to the registration desk at the end of the day on Friday or Saturday.
These are the guidelines set by Viterbo University, not by WSHA-P, and are not negotiable.
ASHA Continuing Education
 The Wisconsin Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Professional Association is approved by the Continuing Education Board of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Associaton (ASHA) to provide continuing education activities in speech-language pathology and audiology. This program is offered for up to 2.8 CEUs (various levels; professional area). ASHA CE Provider approval does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products or clinical procedures.
AAA Continuing Education
The Wisconsin Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Professional Association is approved by the American Academy of Audiology to offer Academy CEUs for this activity. The program is worth a maximum of 2.8 CEUs. Academy approval of this continuing education activity does no imply endorsement of course content, specific products or clinical procedures.
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2008 Exhibitors
Following is a list of the Exhibitors slated to attend this year’s WSHA-P Convention to date.
SPONSORS
ASSOCIATION LUNCHEON
Siemens Hearing Instruments
UCB Pharmaceuticals
CONVENTION BAGS
Middleton Tourism Commission
CONVENTION FOLDERS
Vivatone Hearing Systems LLC
SESSIONS 16 AND 30
GN ReSound
SESSION 46
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Masters
(The Kinetic Co., Inc.)
EQUIPMENT FOR SESSION 4
ATMOS, Inc.
KayPENTAX
EXHIBITORS
As of 1/23/08
Aegis Therapies
ATMOS, Inc.
Boehringer Ingelheim
Community Memorial Hospital
CounselEAR: Audiologist's Online Report Writer
GN ReSound
Johnson Therapeutic, LLC
KayPENTAX
Lightspeed Technologies, Inc.
MJ Care, Inc.
Neuromonics, Inc.
Oticon, Inc.
Pearson Assessments
Siemens Hearing Instruments
Simply Thick
Sonic Innovations
Strategies for Learning Press
Super Duper® Publications
Talk To Me Technologies, LLC
Vital Rehab, LLC
Vivatone Hearing Systems LLC
Widex Hearing Aid Company, Inc.
Wisconsin Telecommunications Relay System
WSHA Foundation
WSHA-P
TABLE TOP DISPLAYS
AAC Institute
Enabling Devices, Toys for Special
Children
Great Ideas for Teaching
EXHIBIT HALL HOURS (subject to change)
Friday, February 8, 2008
7:30 am Breakfast in Exhibit Hall
7:45 am-8:45 am Exhibitors One-On-One Session (.1 CEU)
7:30 am-6:30 pm Exhibit Hall Open/Silent Auction
Saturday, February 9, 2008
7:30 am-2:30 pm Exhibit Hall Open
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