Online Professional Development Committee

Jacqueline Towson, Ph.D., CCC-SLP is an Associate Professor and Graduate Program Director in the School of Communication Sciences and Disorders with a joint appointment in the School of Teacher Education at University of Central Florida. She completed her doctorate in 2015 at Georgia State University in the Education of Students with Exceptionalities with a focus in Early Childhood Special Education following 14 years of work in public schools. Her research broadly concerns building the capacity of individuals who work with young children experiencing language impairments and those considered at-risk and the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning.

Laura R. Chapman, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, is an Assistant Professor at the University of Scranton. Her area of expertise is adult neurogenic language disorders. She is an advocate for student and faculty wellness and has presented research nationally and internationally on the topics of mindfulness, self-compassion, and self-care. She is engaged in the scholarship of teaching and learning, studying teaching practices that foster well-being, belonging, and connection in the classroom.

Jennifer Friberg is the Director of Scholarly Teaching and Cross Endowed Chair in SoTL at Illinois State University. There, she also serves as a professor of communication sciences and disorders. She is the co-editor of two recent volumes: Scholarship of Teaching and Learning in Communication Sciences and Disorders (2024) and Evidence-Based Education in the Classroom: Examples from Clinical Disciplines (2022). Friberg is a founding editorial board member of TLCSD.

Dr. Tiffany Hines is an Assistant Professor of Speech-Language Pathology at A.T. Still University, specializing in inclusive education and diverse learning needs in higher education. With a doctorate in Educational Psychology and a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, she brings expertise in learning theory and practical application. A licensed and ASHA-certified SLP, Dr. Hines has extensive experience working with diverse learners in various educational settings. Her research focuses on child language disorders, cultural-linguistic diversity, and inclusive practices. Dr. Hines is dedicated to empowering professionals with strategies for creating equitable and accessible learning environments.

Paula V. Pineda, SLPD, is the Chief Clinical Supervisor at Teachers College, Columbia University. She is a pediatric bilingual (Spanish) speech-language pathologist in NYC, with experience in various settings such as home care, schools, private practice, and higher education. She is passionate about increasing representation in the field of CSD and working closely with graduate students to help them develop the tools and skills needed to feel confident when providing assessments and interventions to culturally and linguistically diverse populations.  Her areas of interest include multicultural issues and culturally and linguistically responsive practices in communication disorders, using a family-centered and trauma-informed approach to interventions and assessments, and parent/teacher and student training.

Robert W. Serianni, MS, CCC-SLP, FNAP is Chair and Program Director and Associate Professor in the Department of Speech-Language Pathology at Salus at Drexel University, with a primary role of administration, in addition to teaching and clinical supervision roles. Prior to joining the faculty at Salus in 2014, Bob held clinical and leadership roles for a variety of healthcare providers. He has vast experience in acute care, rehabilitation, and home health for the adult and geriatric populations, as well as pediatric care both locally and internationally.  His research interests include clinical supervision and interprofessional education and practice in the field of Speech-Language Pathology and as well as neurological communication and swallowing disorders, including telepractice applications.

After earning a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Loyola University Maryland, Bob relocated back to his hometown of Philadelphia to practice.  He holds the Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, and is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania, in addition to achieving specialty certification in the areas voice and dysphagia. Bob is currently pursuing a doctoral degree in Higher Education at Temple University focusing on underrepresented groups in graduate education.

Erica Williams, Ph.D., CCC-A, is a Clinical Professor in the College of Health Solutions at Arizona State University. She is currently the Program Director and Clinical Placement Coordinator for the Doctor of Audiology Program. Dr. Williams teaches academic coursework in auditory/vestibular pathologies and diagnostics. She is a clinical educator in the ASU Speech and Hearing Clinic, providing services primarily in adult diagnostics, vestibular evaluation, and amplification. She also participates in an annual hearing healthcare service trip to Guaymas, Mexico in conjunction with the Mesa West Rotary Club, and also provides volunteer services in conjunction with St. Vincent de Paul. She is professionally active in national service opportunities as a member of the Council for Clinical Certification (CFCC) and the incoming 2023 Vice-Chair for Audiology. Additionally, Dr. Williams is a member of the CAPCSD Membership and Conference Planning Committees as well as starting her term as a CAA Site visitor. 

Erin E.G. Lundblom, Ph.D., is an associate professor and the director of clinical education for the Speech-Language Pathology program at the University of Pittsburgh. Lundblom has worked in various pediatric and adult clinical settings including a position as a clinical instructor in an campus based clinic.  Her areas of clinical and research interest include school-based language and literacy services including service delivery options and best practices in clinical education including the SoTL. Lundblom has presented at regional, state, and national conferences about clinical education.  She has routinely attended the annual CAPCSD conference with more recent contributions focused on presentations about clinical education.  Lundblom has provided many years of service to her state professional organization (PSHA—Pennsylvania Speech-Language Hearing Association) in various roles ranging from Publications to Convention Planning.  She has also contributed to the Council of Academic Programs in CSD. First as a member of the online professional development committee, then as the chair of the committee, and more recently as the vice president of online professional development.

Mandie began as Director of Professional Development for CAPCSD in June 2023. Her professional background includes managing meetings, events and conferences in a destination management company, nonprofit organization, city government agency, and two professional associations, in both professional and volunteer capacities.

In 2010, she joined Meeting Professionals International (MPI) and began serving as a volunteer with the North Florida Chapter. Mandie served on the Board of Directors, and worked with other Florida chapter leaders on a statewide committee for the state's regional conference. She earned her Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) professional designation through the Events Industry Council in 2014 and recertified in 2019 and 2024. She is a member of the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE).

Outside work, Mandie enjoys spending time with her husband and their two teenagers. The McKenzies live in Jacksonville, FL. She loves reading, watching true crime shows, creating table settings, and cheering on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Colleen began working in the role of Professional Development Manager for CAPCSD in September. She is excited to be part of the team and will be responsible for the coordination of webinars, professional development programming, execution of exhibitors, and sponsor activities for the Annual Conference, along with assisting the CAPCSD Executive Director.

Colleen comes from the association and hospitality industry. With over ten years of hotel service, her experience includes event planning, catering, and sales. Colleen later joined the professional association market industry to lead two large associations in Colorado for the past seven years.

Colleen resides in Denver, CO with her husband and two kids. They love exploring beautiful Colorado.