Start a NSSLHA Chapter

CSD Programs looking for a way to enhance the educational and pre-professional experiences for students should consider starting a NSSLHA Chapter.

Starting a NSSLHA Chapter is Simple

Download a copy of the Chapter Application [RTF].
Identify an ASHA member to serve as your NSSLHA Chapter Advisor.
Identify at least four students with membership in the national association to serve as chapter officers (or Join NSSLHA if you are not national members).
Draft Chapter Bylaws [RTF].
Submit the NSSLHA Chapter Application and chapter bylaws to the national office by e-mailing nsslhaprograms@asha.org.

Resources and technical assistance from the national office to recruit members
Complimentary copies of all NSSLHA publications, as well as The ASHA Leader
Complimentary mailing lists of other chapters in the region
Complimentary advertising through NSSLHA's Newsletter, NSSLHA Now!, and through NSSLHA's monthly email blasts to chapters and students
Access to Regional Project Grant funds to facilitate educational and professional development projects at your university
Access to Community Service Grant funds to facilitate equipment purchases for individuals living with communication disorders
Recognition of the chapter, chapter advisor, and/or individual members through the NSSLHA Honors program
Eligibility for students from this chapter to apply for open regional councilor positions
Recognition of fundraising efforts in support of the "NSSLHA Loves" campaign
Permission to use the national logo on advertising and promotional materials

Want to learn more about forming a NSSLHA Chapter at your college of university? Read FAQs about starting a local NSSLHA chapter.