Brain and Language on the Autism Spectrum Team (BLAST off!)

Hi, my name is Audra Giugno. I'm a second-year master's student in the Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences graduate program. I'm interested in working with adults recovering from conditions such as post-stroke aphasia, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), apraxia of speech, and dysarthria. I'm passionate about being part of their recovery and rehabilitation journey. That said, I'm also very open to working with any population! Outside of the lab, I enjoy playing tennis, biking, swimming, and going to the gym.

Alexa Jackson is an undergraduate student majoring in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences. She aspires to become a pediatric speech-language pathologist. It would be extremely fulfilling for Alexa to witness children grow and reach milestones in their production of speech and language in their early years. Outside of the lab, Alexa enjoys listening to music and spending quality time with friends and family.

Abrielis Mejia is an undergraduate student majoring is Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences. Her career goal is to enroll in a clinical master's degree program to become a Speech-Language Pathologist.

Bri is an undergraduate Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences major in the Honors Program pursuing her thesis at the University of Connecticut. She is a caretaker for a non-verbal individual which influenced her interest in Speech. She hopes to learn and find alternative ways for non-verbal individuals to communicate. Outside of the lab, she is a runner, a reader, and a Residential Assistant.

Maren is an undergraduate Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences Major with minors in Spanish and Human Development Family Studies at the University of Connecticut. Maren is a part of the Honors Program at Uconn and hopes to use her undergraduate degree and research to pursue a career as a Speech Language Pathologist in a school system that also works children who are bilingual. She hopes to help children who often aren’t able to receive the help they need. Outside of the lab, she works at the Student Recreation center, and enjoys walks, fashion, reading, and music.

Caileigh is an undergraduate Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences major with a minor in American Sign Language at the University of Connecticut. She hopes to pursue a career as a pediatric Speech Language Pathologist in a medical setting. Outside of the lab, she loves to run, hike, and spend time with friends.