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Dr. Ramkissoon earned her MA in Audiology and PhD in Speech and Hearing Science at the University of Illinois. She directs the Multicultural Research Lab at Gallaudet University, focused on aging, auditory assessment, multicultural and environmental concerns, and curriculum review. Dr. Ramkissoon’s collaborations address cultural responsiveness and the ethics of international engagement with extensive peer reviewed scholarship. Her clinical experiences in audiology and speech therapy were attained in community health, hospital, and university clinic settings. Dr. Ramkissoon’s national level professional service reflects membership on multiple ASHA committees. She is currently Editor-in-Chief (audiology section) of the journal, Perspectives of ASHA Special Interest Groups.

Dr. Ramkissoon's Positionality Statement:

“The life I lead, including the work I do is inevitably influenced by my identity. This identity was shaped by my upbringing in apartheid (segregation) South Africa where it was law to divide people physically by race. I was labeled “non-White” and further designated “Indian” which limited the public services available to me including recreation and education, particularly limited higher education opportunities. However, I grew up hearing about how my parents did not have the opportunity to attend high school and never had the chance for professional careers. This spurred me to study very hard in high school, refuse marriage
proposals at age 16-18 years, and choose instead to compete for coveted spots in the health science departments at the only university that accepted non-Whites. I am deeply committed to supporting students in higher education, particularly women and minorities because of this background. My personality is reflected in my identity of being a woman of color. This means I am driven, resourceful, committed, and strong. My communication is very direct, and my speaking tone reflects a history of colonial English which is sometimes misperceived. My husband and two daughters make my life valuable. In particular, I strive to set a positive example for my daughters as I do for my students. I am fortunate that my identity is multi-ethnic reflecting African, Indian, and American values; I use this awareness to develop understanding of others in my personal and work spaces.”

  • HSL-832 Diagnostic Audiology (2020/01)(OL1)
  • HSL-860 Smnr in Medical Audiology (2020/01)(OL1)
  • HSL-833 Pediatric & Educational Aud (2020/02)(01)
  • HSL-869 Current Topics in Audiology (2020/02)(01)
  • HSL-870 Research Project in Audiology (2020/02)(05)
  • HSL-896 Practicum in Univ Instruction (2020/02)(01)
  • HSL-870 Research Project in Audiology (2020/03)(05)
  • HSL-895 Special Topics (2020/03)(05)
  • HSL-832 Diagnostic Audiology (2021/01)(01)
  • HSL-860 Smnr in Medical Audiology (2021/01)(01)
  • HSL-870 HSLS Research Lab (2021/01)(04)
  • HSL-859 Priv Pract Dev/Clinic Mgmt II (2022/01)(OL1)
  • HSL-860 Smnr in Medical Audiology (2022/01)(1)
  • HSL-870 HSLS Research Lab (2022/01)(4)
  • HSL-870 HSLS Research Lab (2021/02)(5)
  • HSL-870 HSLS Research Lab (2021/03)(5)
  • HSL-833 Pediatric Audiology (2021/02)(01)
  • HSL-869 Current Topics in Audiology (2021/02)(OL1)
  • HSL-870 HSLS Research Lab (2021/02)(05)
  • HSL-807 Rsrch Methodology in Audiology (2021/03)(1)
  • HSL-833 Pediatric Audiology (2022/02)(01)
  • HSL-870 HSLS Research Lab (2022/02)(02)
  • HSL-869 Current Topics in Audiology (2022/02)(OL1)
  • HSL-809 Intro to Research in HSLS (2023/01)(01)
  • HSL-860 Smnr in Medical Audiology (2023/01)(01)
  • HSL-870 HSLS Research Lab (2023/01)(02)
  • HSL-859 Priv Pract Dev/Clinic Mgmt II (2023/01)(OL1)
  • HSL-807 Rsrch Methodology in Audiology (2022/02)(01)
  • HSL-807 Rsrch Methodology in Audiology (2022/03)(01)
  • HSL-870 HSLS Research Lab (2022/03)(02)
  • Advising Load 2020/03: Total:12 Doctoral:12
  • Advising Load 2021/01: Total:12 Doctoral:12
  • Advising Load 2021/02: Total:12 Doctoral:12
  • Advising Load 2021/03: Total:12 Doctoral:12
  • Advising Load 2022/01: Total:12 Doctoral:12
  • Advising Load 2022/02: Total:12 Doctoral:12
  • HSL-833 Pediatric Audiology (2023/02)(01)
  • HSL-870 HSLS Research Lab (2023/02)(02)
  • HSL-900 Dissertation (2023/02)(04)
  • HSL-869 Current Topics in Audiology (2023/02)(OL1)
  • HSL-870 HSLS Research Lab (2023/03)(02)
  • HSL-807 Rsrch Methodology in Audiology (2023/03)(HY01)
  • HSL-770 Research Lab Experience (2023/02)(03)
  • HSL-800 Multicultural Issues (2024/01)(01)
  • HSL-809 Intro to Research in HSLS (2024/01)(01)
  • HSL-860 Smnr in Medical Audiology (2024/01)(01)
  • HSL-870 HSLS Research Lab (2024/01)(02)
  • HSL-859 Priv Pract Dev/Clinic Mgmt II (2024/01)(OL1)
  • Advising Load 2023/03: Total:12 Doctoral:12
  • Advising Load 2024/01: Total:12 Doctoral:12
  • Advising Load 2022/03: Total:12 Doctoral:12
  • Advising Load 2023/01: Total:12 Doctoral:12
  • Advising Load 2023/02: Total:12 Doctoral:12
  • HSL-833 Pediatric Audiology (2024/02)(01)
  • HSL-869 Current Topics in Audiology (2024/02)(OL1)
  • HSL-870 HSLS Research Lab (2024/02)(02)
  • HSL-770 Research Lab Experience (2024/02)(03)
  • HSL-886 Adv Topics: Hearing Science (2024/02)(01)
  • 2020 Certificate of Recognition: Meritorious Poster Submission
  • 2020 Professional Service Recognition Award
  • Civic Responsibility and Global Health Care: Audiology Service Learning Program in Africa
  • Exploring Cultural Responsiveness: Guided Scenarios for Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) Professionals
  • Exploring Cultural Responsiveness: Guided Scenarios for Communication Science and Disorders (CSD) Professionals
  • Exploring Cultural Responsiveness: Guided Scenarios for Communication Science and Disorders (CSD) Professionals
  • Manuscript Review

    "Effect of Sample Length on MLU in Mandarin-Speaking Hard-of-Hearing Children"
    for the Journal of Deaf Studies and Deaf Education

  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Strategies and Implementation within the Gallaudet CSD Programs
  • Different Attention Domains and Speech in Noise Performance 
  • Recruitment and Retainment of Underrepresented Students in Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD): A Model for CSD Programs- (Spenser Foundation)
  • American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA) annual convention Travel- (Faculty Development Grant - Gallaudet University)
  • Preparing for Success in Communication Sciences Graduate programs- (American Speech Language Hearing Association - Multicultural Grants)
  • IALP Conference Travel Award for ASHA Board Member Presentation - (American Speech Language Hearing Association - International Issues Board)
  • Graduate Student Research Travel Award- (Gallaudet University Graduate School)
  • Examining how U.S.-educated students navigate international clinical practice in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology

  • Surviving and Thriving: International Clinicians Share Tips to Elevate Engagement

  • Elevating and Empowering Students: Navigating the Pathway to Graduate School for Underrepresented Students Through Mentorship

  • Graduate Student Scholarly Achievement Award

  • "Effect of Sample Length on MLU in Mandarin-Speaking Hard-of-Hearing Children" (Revision 1)

  • Margaret Gehm-Audiology Au.D. (Doctoral project) 2020/02
  • Lucas Lancaster-Rodriguez-Ph.D. (Doctoral Dissertation) 2020/02
  • Gouwa Dawood-Ph.D. (Stellenbosch University) (Doctoral Dissertation) 2019/02-2020/01
  • Bonnie Ratliff-Audiology (Doctoral project) 2021/02
  • Chloe Hyde-Audiology (Doctoral project) 2021/02
  • Miranda Bacon-Audiology (doctoral project) 2022/02
  • Jared Pinkham-Audiology (Doctoral project) 2022/02
  • Kady Patterson-Audiology Au.D. (Doctoral) 2023/02
  • Hannah Weinman-Au.D. Audiology (doctoral) 2023/02
  • Hannah Tran-SLP - Speech Language Pathology (Masters) 2023/02
  • AuD Admissions Committee 2020/02
  • AuD Visitation Day Open House 2020/01
  • Program Assessment Coordinator 2022/01
  • Faculty of Color Coalition (FoCC) - Leadership Council 2023/01
  • Alumni and Student Exit Survey Committee 2023/01
  • Faculty Search Committee-AuD 2022/02-2023/01
  • Ad Hoc Committee to Develop Guidance for Members and Students Engaging Globally in Clinical, Scholarly, and Other Professional Activities: American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA) 2019/01-2020/03
  • Editor: Perspectives of ASHA Special Interest Groups 2019/02-2022/01
  • International Issues Board: American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA) 2020/02-2023/01
  • Convention Topic Committee: Equity, Inclusion and Influence of Cultural and Linguistic Diversity: ASHA Convention 2021 2020/02-2021/01
  • Board of Directors: Mercy Life of Alabama; Mercy Medical 2016/01-2020/01
  • SIG 8 Audiology Public Health Coordinating Committee: ASHA 2019/02-2022/01
  • Professional Development Week: Washington, District of Columbia 2020/01-2020/01
  • Professional Development Week: Washington, District of Columbia 2020/02-2020/02
  • Quality Matters Teaching Workshop: Washington, District of Columbia 2020/01-2020/01
  • Teaching Training: Washington, District of Columbia 2020/01-2020/01
  • American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA): May 1995-Ongoing
  • American Academy of Audiology: March 2012-January 2021
  • Faculty Fan 2024/01-2024/01
  • Award for Continuing Education (ACE): Rockville, Maryland 2021/02-2023/02
  • Certificate of Continuing Education: AAA: Atlanta, Georgia 2023/02-2023/02
  • Certificate of Continuing Education: Maryland Academy of Audiology (MAA): Annapolis, Maryland 2024/01-2024/01
  • Certificate of Continuing Education: American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA): Seattle, Washington 2024/01-2024/01