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Regina B. Grantham

Regina B. Grantham


Regina B. Grantham has been in the profession for over 50 years as a speech language pathologist. She has been on the SUNY Cortland faculty for 30 years, serving as department chair for 17 years where she spearheaded the establishment of the graduate program. Previously she worked at Buffalo State University as Clinic Director. She has been active on various committees and boards in ASHA, the New York State Speech Language Hearing Association, and the New York State Licensing Board. She has been awarded several honors by these associations for her commitment to the profession.

Education

  • M.Ed.  The Pennsylvania State University
  • B.S.     The Pennsylvania State University

Clinical Interests:

  • Multicultural Issues in speech, language, and hearing
  • Ethical Issues in speech, language, and hearing

Teaching

  • COR 101: Cortland Experience
  • SHH 270: Introduction to Communication Disorders
  • SHH 370: Disorders of Articulation and Language
  • SHH 641: Multiculturalism
  • SHH 646: Educational Placement

Publications

Publications (selected):

American Speech Language Hearing Association. (n.d.). Guide to Starting an Academic Program in Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD). https://www.asha.org/academic/guide-to-starting-an-academic-program-in-csd/.

Grantham, R. (2007). The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. In E. H. Gravani and J. Meyer (Ed.) Speech, Language and Hearing Programs in Schools: A Guide for Students and Practitioners, Second Edition. Austin, TX: PRO-ED, Inc.

Riquelme, L., Cheng, L. & Grantham, R. (2007). Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Students. In E.H. Gravani and J. Meyer (Ed.) Speech, Language and Hearing Programs in Schools: A Guide for Students and Practitioners, Second Edition. Austin, TX: PRO-ED, Inc.

Giles-Gee, H., Anderson, L., Benton DeCorse, C., Governali, J., Grantham, R. & Malone, C. (2001). “Negotiating for Resources: Guidelines for Chairs”, The Department Chair (Spring), Anker Publishing.

Giles-Gee, H., Anderson, L., Benton DeCorse, C., Governali, J., Grantham, R. & Malone, C. (2001). “Implementing Principles of Negotiation across Chairpersons within a School of Professional Studies”, The Department Chair (Summer), Anker Publishing. 

Gardner, J. N., & Jewler, A. J. with contributions from McPhee, C. B., Bals, K. E., Grantham, R.B., Pierce, S. J., Swartwood, and M. O. (2000). Your College Experience: Customized for State University of New York College at Cortland, COR 101. Belmount, CA.: Wadsworth Publishing Company.

Presentations (selected):

Asumah, S, Carter, D., Forester, R., Grantham, R., and Muhammad, R. SUNY Cortland Alumni: Table Talk: Racism, White Supremacy, and the Reality of Two Americas., Black History Month, February 2021 (virtual), invited.

Allamirano, K., Piperato, P. and Grantham, R. Beloved Community Panel Narrative Project Panel, SUNY Cortland, February 2020 (virtual) invited.

Luckhurst, J., Sexton, J. & Grantham R. Language sample analysis of preschool children with hearing loss: Extending the evidence, NYSSLHA Poster Session, NYSSLHA 2019.

ASHA 2016 Conference, Philadelphia, PA — “Workplace Ethics: Challenges and Solutions” as member of ASHA Board of Ethics. (Oral Seminar).

ASHA 2016 Conference, Philadelphia, PA — “Workplace Ethics: Challenges and Solutions” as member of ASHA Board of Ethics. (Oral Seminar).

ASHA 2016 Conference, Philadelphia, PA — “Suspect Ethical Misconduct? The Code of Ethics (2016) Is a Path to Resolution” as member of ASHA Board of Ethics (Poster Session).

Grantham, R.B., Carsten, K., & Curtis, N. Impact of common core state standards on SLP service delivery: Current practices and implications. Poster Session, ASHA 2014.

Service

Honors and Awards:

2022 Honors of the Association, New York State Speech Language Hearing Association (NYSSLHA):

Highest Association Award for members who have distinguished themselves as leaders in the profession of Speech Language Pathology and/or Audiology.

2021 Leadership in Civic Engagement Award, SUNY Cortland: Recognition of Outstanding Leadership in the Community, April 2021.

2014 Woman of Achievement: Zonta Club of Cortland for outstanding service to improve the lives of women and children.

2011-2012 Steven J. Barnes Outstanding Faculty Award: SUNY Cortland Student Government Association.

2012 Certificate of Appreciation: In recognition of service and support to SUNY Cortland and the Cortland Community by SUNY Cortland Women of Color.

2011 Unity Award, SUNY Cortland: Acknowledging work with diverse students.

2008-2009 Outstanding Leadership Award: SUNY Cortland Women of Color for continuous guidance and dedication to Women of Color.

2007 Outstanding Leadership Award: SUNY Cortland Women of Color for continuous efforts to inspire women. 

2007 Distinguished Service Award: New York State Speech Language Hearing Association (NYSSLHA) for service to the Association and promoting the professions of speech language pathology.

2007 Outstanding Female Faculty of the Year: SUNY Cortland Women of Color for being a continuous inspiration for women.

2006 ASHA Fellow

2004 Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Faculty Service: Outstanding sustained service and significant contribution to institutional quality from the Chancellor of the State University of New York, May 2004.

2005 Excellence in Research and Scholarship Award: Outstanding Contributions to Research and Scholarship given by SUNY Cortland, May 2005.

Certificates of Appreciation: SUNY Cortland Student Conduct Office (served as faculty justice and student advocate) 2016-2017, 2015-2016, 2014-2015, 2013-2014, 2012-2013, 2010-2011, 2009-2010.

1999 Challenge for Success Faculty Award: Excellence in helping ethnic students with academic success and development, nominated by SUNY Cortland ethnic students, faculty and ethnic student organizations, April 1999. 

1993 Susan Reid Greene Russell Award: Given by the Junior League of Buffalo for outstanding service and commitment to the Western New York Community and the Junior League of Buffalo, June 1993.

1993 Outstanding Service Award: Given by Speech Language Hearing Association of Western New York (SHAWNY) for outstanding service to the organization, May 1993.

1990 Outstanding Woman of Western New York Service Award: given by SUNY Buffalo for service rendered in Western New York, November 1990.