About S.T.E.P.

What is S.T.E.P. for?

• Connects self-motivated students with experienced mentors in meaningful, one-to-one mentoring relationships
• Supports mentoring relationships through guided learning experiences
• Provides online resources for all students and mentors seeking tools, information and inspiration
• Facilitates the continued recruitment and retention of racial/ethnic minority students

Who is S.T.E.P. for?

Students who are from racial/ethnic minority backgrounds enrolled in CSD programs. All students enrolled in undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in communication sciences and disorders are eligible to apply, however, preference for program placement and matching with mentors will be given to students from racial/ethnic backgrounds that have been historically underrepresented in the communication sciences and disorders professions.