Rate My Professor Lisa McDonald

Lisa McDonald, M.A., CCC-SLP, is an Academic Professional Professor in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders in the School of Health and Human Sciences at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG). She earned her Master of Arts degree in speech-language pathology from UNCG. In her role as Director of the UNCG Speech and Hearing Center, McDonald provides speech-language pathology services and supervises graduate students engaging in clinical practicum within the center. The center delivers comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic services for speech, language, hearing, and balance disorders. McDonald offers specialized interventions including accent or dialect modification and treatment for pediatric speech-language disorders. Her professional expertise focuses on school-based service delivery in the areas of reading, writing, language, and articulation disorders. She maintains active involvement in the department's clinical education programs, contributing to the training of future speech-language pathologists.

As Instructor of Record, McDonald teaches essential clinical courses such as CSD 671: Clinical Foundations in SLP I and CSD 678, where students develop foundational skills in speech-language pathology practice. She was recognized at UNCG's 2019 Promotion and Tenure ceremony for her dedicated service and contributions to the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders. McDonald supports community health initiatives through the Speech and Hearing Center, including expanded insurance options like the Aetna State Health Plan to increase accessibility for clients. She participates in outreach efforts, such as equine-assisted therapy camps that promote communication development in children with speech and language needs, as highlighted in UNCG features. Additionally, McDonald engages in professional activities, including presentations at the Council of Academic Programs in Communication Sciences and Disorders (CAPCSD) Annual Conference. Her leadership ensures the center remains a vital resource for the Greensboro community, providing high-quality, evidence-based speech and hearing services while fostering clinical education excellence.