FACULTY PROFILE
Angela M. Riccelli, MHS, Ed.D.,
CCC-SLP
I am an Associate Professor in the Department of
Communication at Governors State University and teach in both of our
undergraduate and graduate programs.
I am a licensed and certified speech-language pathologist and
a member of the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA) and of the
Illinois Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ISHA). I have over 20
years of experience working clinically with the low incidence, early childhood
population within the school setting. I
also hold a school service personal certificate (Type 73) from the Illinois
Department of Education
My service to the profession includes serving as Track Chair
for Voice & Motor Disorders for ISHA, Co-Chair of the ISHA Diversity,
Equity & Inclusion Committee, and member of the newly formed IPECP
(Interprofessional Education & Clinical Practice) Task Force at ISHA, and a former member
of the ISHA Telepractice Committee. I coordinate the Knowledge
Quest team of students from GovState to participate at annual ISHA conventions.
I am also
the advisor for GovState’s chapter of the National Student Speech-Language
Hearing Association (NSSLHA).
My research focus within the profession lies heavily on practice
in the areas of interprofessional collaboration and the use of Augmentative and
Alternative Communication (AAC) with minimally verbal populations. With over 20
years of experience in the field, I have developed expertise in fostering
collaborative approaches to patient care, particularly within interdisciplinary
teams involving Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Physical
Therapists, and other allied health professionals. Much of my research primarily explores
effective strategies for implementing AAC interventions in minimally verbal
children, emphasizing functional communication outcomes and improving quality
of life. My work in this area has been recognized at various professional conventions
and has impacted practices in both clinical and educational settings.
In addition to teaching and research, I am heavily involved
in professional service at the state level. I have held board positions and
serve on multiple committees within the Illinois Speech-Language-Hearing
Association, where I advocate for best-practice, continuing education, and initiatives
that support the advancement of the profession. Through my service, I am happy
to have contributed to the discussions of professional standards and enhanced
collaboration among practitioners in the field.
As a GovState Alum, I consider myself a passionate educator
and mentor. I am fully committed to training the next generation of
Speech-Language Pathologists by integrating research, clinical practice, and
interprofessional education into the graduate curriculum. I am deeply committed to promoting equitable
accessibility and inclusivity within our communities, ensuring that all
persons, regardless of their abilities, have the opportunity to fully
participate and thrive.