University Research Track Faculty Presentations

Bring your university's research to the SHAA Convention!

SHAA recognizes the important role Alabama's university programs play in preparing the future of our profession. We invite each university program to provide a one-hour presentation on a research topic of its choice as part of our University Research Track.

A strong university presence at the SHAA Convention gives faculty an opportunity to share current research while helping promote evidence-based practice among speech-language pathologists and audiologists throughout Alabama.

Important Dates

September 1, 2026 – Deadline to submit interest and participation
October 1, 2026 – Speaker Information Form and required session information due

Submit Your Interest:
https://form.jotform.com/262216885102151

Questions?
Amanda Mennen
amanda.mennen@ua.edu

Student-Faculty Poster Presentations

Share Your Research. Inspire the Future.

Students are invited to share faculty-mentored research or professional development topics during the Student Poster Presentation sessions at the SHAA Annual Convention.

Several opportunities will be available for students to make live presentations during the convention. This is a great opportunity to showcase your work, connect with professionals and fellow students, and become more involved in Alabama's speech-language pathology and audiology community.

Important Dates

September 1, 2026 – Poster presentation submissions due
September 15, 2026 – Accepted poster presenters notified
October 1, 2026 – Speaker Information Forms due for accepted presenters

Submit a Poster Presentation:
https://form.jotform.com/261794856402162

Questions?
Kathryn Barnhill
admin@alabamashaa.com

Quest for the Cup

Is Your University Ready to Compete?

SHAA Quest for the Cup is an intercollegiate scholar's bowl showcasing graduate students from participating universities.

Each university team consists of five second-year graduate students and one first-year graduate student who serves as an alternate. The alternate then becomes the team's captain the following year.

Teams compete by answering Praxis-style questions, earning one point for each correct answer. The university with the most points takes home the traveling Quest for the Cup trophy to proudly display for the following year!

Registration Deadline:
October 1, 2026

Register Your Team:
https://form.jotform.com/261794885180167

Questions?
Amanda Mennen
amanda.mennen@ua.edu

Student Volunteers

Experience the SHAA Convention Behind the Scenes!

Student volunteers have the opportunity to experience the SHAA Convention firsthand while gaining professional volunteer experience, interacting with practicing clinicians, and networking with fellow students.

Even better, SHAA student members who volunteer at the convention receive free admission and may enjoy the convention outside of their designated volunteer time.

Volunteer responsibilities may include:

• Assisting with tasks before the convention begins
• Helping with convention events and designated sessions
• Assisting with boxed lunches and other activities
• Helping at the convention registration table
• Supporting the ASHA Foundation and University Basket Auction booths

Volunteer Sign-Up:
SHAA: 2027 SHAA Student Volunteers

Questions?
Nora Jeffres
Nora.jeffres@faulkner.edu

University Silent Auction Baskets

Support SHAA Student Scholarships

Universities are invited to contribute a basket to SHAA's Silent Auction during the Annual Convention!

Silent Auction Baskets are a popular part of the convention vendor area and help support SHAA's student scholarships.

Universities can get creative! Basket ideas might include a movie night basket, university merchandise, sporting event or concert tickets, gift cards, university-themed items, or other creative packages representing your school.

Interested in Donating a Basket?

Please email Meghan Guice by January 15, 2027 to let her know your university plans to participate.

Meghan Guice
Meghan.Guice@childrensal.org