Welcome to the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders! 

At UW-River Falls, we’re proud to be part of a mission that puts students first—both within the UW System and right here on our campus. In our department, and through the UWRF Speech-Language and Hearing Clinics, we’re dedicated to helping you gain the knowledge, skills, and hands-on experience you need to become a confident, compassionate, and ethical speech-language pathology professional. Whether you’re in the classroom, the lab, or out in the community during your practicum, we’re here to support your journey every step of the way.

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Our Programs
Discover undergraduate and graduate programs focused on speech, language, and hearing sciences. Prepare for a career in communication disorders with a strong academic and clinical foundation.
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Speech and Hearing Clinics
Learn about our on-campus clinics that offer hands-on experience for students and essential services for the community.
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Explore our Spaces
Register for a virtual tour and take a look inside our modern classrooms, labs and clinical spaces designed for immersive learning and real-world training.
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About Us
Get to know our department’s mission, values, and commitment to excellence in education and service.
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Current Students
Access important resources, forms, and guidance to support your success as a CSD student.


Mission Statement

The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders shares in the University of Wisconsin System (UWS) Mission, the University Cluster Core Mission and the Select Mission of the University of Wisconsin-River Falls (UWRF). The select mission of the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders and the UWRF Speech-Language and Hearing Clinics is to ensure, through coursework, laboratories, and practicum experiences, that students demonstrate the knowledge and skills required to become competent and ethical entry-level professionals in the field of speech-language pathology.

Communication Sciences and Disorders

B31 Wyman Education Building 
410 S. 3rd St. 
River Falls, WI 54022

uwrfcsd@uwrf.edu

715-425-3801