This laboratory focuses on the relationship between hearing, communication, and everyday social interaction. We are particularly interested in understanding how hearing loss, hearing technology, and access to hearing healthcare influence individuals’ communication experiences and quality of life. Through our research, we aim to better understand human hearing and communication behaviors, as well as the clinical decisions and practices in audiology that are focused on patient-centered care.
In addition to serving as a research facility, our laboratory is an educational environment where patients, student researchers, and the broader College of Wooster community can engage with research firsthand. We welcome inquiries from students, healthcare professionals, and researchers interested in research participation or collaboration. While students in Communication Sciences and Disorders may find particularly relevant opportunities in our lab, students from many other academic disciplines can contribute valuable perspectives and skills. These include, but are not limited to, linguistics, engineering, psychology, gerontology, and neuroscience.
Interested in getting involved? Students interested in joining the lab, either as a volunteer or through available employment opportunities, are encouraged to contact the Lab Director, Grace Szatkowski, at gszatkowski@wooster.edu.