Student/Faculty Feature: Professor Ann Jablon and Radmila Dym ’10 Collaborate on Linguistics Textbook

Radmila’s role as research assistant on this project is funded by a grant made through the Rose M. Badgeley Residuary Charitable Trust, which supports student-faculty research in the Division of The Sciences at Marymount Manhattan. Sue Behrens and Ann Jablon have received funding for their work in linguistics and psycholinguistics as part of the Rose M. Badgeley Scholars Program. Participants have the opportunity to work with faculty members on research projects to enrich their knowledge and experience in the field and help them gain an edge when applying to graduate school or securing jobs following graduation.

This collaborative effort includes Radmila’s helpful perspective as a student and Professor Jablon’s knowledge and experience earned by a successful career in speech-language pathology. Professor Jablon shares insights on how she decided to become a speech-language pathologist in the chapter, which served as a valuable resource for Radmila. Jablon’s explanation encouraged Radmila that a career as a speech-language pathologist is a challenging, rewarding and attainable goal and life career. Radmila plans to work in a school as a speech-language pathologist upon graduation while pursuing a master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Professor Sue Behrens, who is the coeditor of the textbook with Judith Parker of University of Mary Washington, has also sought Radmila’s assistance in editing content.

Radmila is a junior with a major in speech-language pathology and minor in education. She took “Introduction to Communications” with Professor Jablon, who is also her advisor.

“It has been such a great experience working together as a team with Dr. Jablon,” Radmila said. “I’ve been able to contribute my knowledge of speech-language pathology based on what I’ve learned in courses at the College. I’m proud that my hard work has enabled me to be a part of such a great opportunity.” 

Professor Jablon is the Chair of the Division of The Sciences at Marymount Manhattan and has worked at the College for more than 14 years. Prior to working for Marymount Manhattan, for over 15 years she maintained a pediatric practice in speech-language pathology, where she served children diagnosed with autistic spectrum disorders and learning disabilities. Language in the Real World is published by Routledge Press and is slated to be released in spring 2009.

“Radmila’s informed perspective has been very valuable in developing this chapter. She represents the ideal audience for this chapter: ambitious college students who are curious to learn more about a career in speech-language pathology,” said Professor Jablon.

In recognition of her high-quality work, Professor Jablon has invited Radmila to collaborate with her on future research and publishing projects on speech-language pathology topics.

Published: October 29, 2008