Biography
Tricia Leonard, M.A., CCC-S, received both her Bachelor of Arts degree and Master of Arts degree in the field of Speech Language Pathology from Marshall University. She has worked in various settings including long term care, early intervention, home health, outpatient and the public schools. Since working at Marshall University, her primary role has been clinical education of graduate students who provide services to children and adults with communication disorders at the MU Speech and Hearing Center. She teaches both undergraduate and graduate courses involving field experiences and student teaching experiences. Her clinical interest is in the area of pediatric speech and language disorders. Professor Leonard provides speech, language, and swallowing services at River Park Hospital and speech/language services at Sybene Head Start. Both of these facilities often serve as clinical practicum sites for graduate clinicians.