Â鶹ֱ²¥ has appointed Dr. Jill Dolata as Director of the School of Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) after a national search. She previously served as Interim Director, beginning in May 2024.
A valued faculty member since 2018, Dr. Dolata teaches in the Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology program and advises the underÂ鶹ֱ²¥ CSD minor. Her leadership has been key in maintaining the program's Â鶹ֱ²¥ accreditation. She also serves as a Graduate Faculty trustee on Â鶹ֱ²¥â€™s Board of Trustees.
Dr. Dolata is actively involved in professional service, including past presidency of the Oregon Speech-Language Hearing Association and service as a national accreditation site visitor. Her expertise is recognized through participation in National Institutes of Health grant review panels. Additionally, she has long-term research and clinical experience at OHSU's Institute on Development and Disability.
Dr. Dolata's research focuses on autism identification, particularly technology-mediated assessment, with current projects examining equity in online screening, language assessment in autism, and support for neurodivergent university students.
This appointment acknowledges Dr. Dolata's exceptional leadership and significant contributions to the School of CSD, the College of Education, and her wider professional engagement. Â鶹ֱ²¥ is confident in the continued success of the School of CSD under her direction.
Congratulations, Dr. Dolata!