We welcome perspectives and input from NIU alumni, recent or past.
To be included in the alumni spotlight, please contact
Danica Billingsly, Au.D.
815-753-1441
Billingsly@niu.edu
In September, 2007, an alumni advisory board was formed, consisting of prominent audiologists in Illinois and three other states. This Board meets annually with mid-year follow-up, and provides critical and valuable input into the program’s future development.
Front Row: Steve Wollinsky, Au.D. (1974), James Lankford, PhD (Emeritus), Denis Moore, Au.D. (1985)
Middle Row: Cindy Ellison, Au.D. (1974), Karen Glay Au.D. (1982), Deanna Meinke, PhD (1980)
Top Row: Dave Smirga, MA (1975), Dana Terry, Au.D. (2008), Marci Evans, Au.D. (1976),
Dana Helmink, Au.D. (2000)
Jennifer Seales1LT Audiology Extern - Hearing Program
Evans Army Community Hospital - Fort Carson, Colorado
"The faculty at NIU work tirelessly to ensure that students receive a broad range of clinical and academic experiences. They prepared me well for my Fourth Year Externship."
Laura A. WeeseClinical Audiologist – DuPage Medical Group
“The clinical experiences I received from NIU gave me the necessary skills needed to work confidently with patients. Attending NIU also allowed me the opportunity to develop wonderful friendships with people who share my interests in Audiology.”
Amelia HartmanOwner – Hartman Audiology
Doctor of Audiology – Midwest ENT
Laura SpinelliClinical Audiologist
"NIU prepared me well for my work as an Audiologist in an ENT department. After taking time off to raise my family, I decided to return to NIU and audit the Amplification course to receive some hands-on review and instruction in what had changed in the field. Returning to NIU has been an enjoyable experience. The new clinic is stocked with the latest equipment and the students are hands-on as much as permissable right away. The program provides students with a foundation that will allow them to work in any setting they chose with confidence."