Student Resources

The Speech Language Hearing Department and the University of Kansas want our students to get the most out of their education and JayHawk experience. Our Frequently Asked Question section below is designed to answers and resources. Still have a question? Email the department at splh@ku.edu.

FAQ Guide

We have a team of knowledgeable advisors from Jayhawk Academic Advising. They will be available to assist you with academic advising, particularly in the area of College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) requirements. You will be assigned to an advisor upon being admitted to KU. It is recommended students meet with their academic advisor at least once a semester. 

Students assigned College Academic Advisor are listed under their Success Team in Jayhawk GPS. 

Students can schedule an appointment with their advisor through Jayhawk GPS or by contacting Jayhawk Academic Advising at (785) 864-2834 or advising@ku.edu. 

Jayhawk Academic Advising also offers drop-in advising each week (no appointment required). Schedule a drop-in advising appointment.

 

Each SPLH major and pre-requisite student is assigned both an undergraduate academic advisor and a faculty mentor. 

Faculty mentors provide guidance on career preparation, graduate school planning, and opportunities for involvement in research, clinical experiences, and student organizations such as KU NSSLHA. 

Your mentorship assignment will be emailed to you at the start of the semester. Be aware that faculty mentor assignments may change over time; if this occurs, you will be notified. A helpful approach is to meet with your academic advisor first to map out your plan of study, and then follow up with your faculty mentor to discuss your long-term academic and career goals.

Contact splh@ku.edu with any questions.

Study abroad is a valuable experience for SPLH majors because it helps you develop cultural competence: the ability to interact effectively with people of different cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. Developing skills in this area can increase competitiveness for graduate school admissions and for job opportunities post-graduation. KU Study Abroad offers short-term faculty-led programs, summer internships, and semester-long programs. There are appropriate options in each of these areas for SPLH majors. The links below will help you begin to explore your options. After you have reviewed these materials, please visit the KU Office of Study Abroad for further assistance in identifying the right program for you. They are located in 105 Lippincott Hall with office hours Monday-Friday 9-5 or you can email studyabroad@ku.edu.

Additional information can be found on the Opportunities page.

To ensure our students are ready to take certain courses permission numbers are utilized while enrolling. 

Undergraduate course permission numbers can be obtained by contacting splh@ku.edu. When emailing please include course and class number (5-digit code) to aid in the process.

Graduate course permission numbers can be obtained by contacting the graduate academic advisor, Andy True, atrue@ku.edu

 

Please visit the University Registrar’s Schedule Changes page for all the details and forms you may need. It covers how to add, drop, swap, and adjust your course load via Enroll & Pay or through the required online forms with necessary approvals. It also explains common error messages. 

Preparing for graduation can be an exciting time. To better prepare yourself for graduating and commencement below are some helpful university and department websites to go for information.

Mental Health and Wellbeing:

Academic Resources:

Professional Resources:

 

The Center for Teaching Excellence offers another extensive list of more student resources available.