Prospective Students

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We have a robust team of undergraduate and graduate students who assist with data collection, processing, transcription, and analysis. At CADL, we believe that every team member brings a unique perspective and value to the work we do. As a member of our team, you can expect to:

  • Learn what it means to do research in a lab environment
  • Better understand the types of people who use AAC devices
  • Develop a deep knowledge of various devices and access methods
  • Gain exposure to how grants are managed
  • Improve your computer skills
  • Get pushed out of your comfort zone in a supportive, inclusive environment
  • Have direct access to all members our our team, including our director
  • Share your ideas openly in biweekly team meetings
  • Be paired up with an existing student as a mentor for your first semester
  • Learn how to transcribe with the transcription software, ELAN
  • Have a flexible working schedule
  • Get course credit for your work (it is on the student to get the forms filled out)
  • Be paid hourly for your time
  • Have the opportunity to pursue an independent study or masters thesis
  • Make friends and fully experience the welcoming culture of our lab

Interested in learning more about being a student in our lab? Email Jenna Bizovi at jbizovi@buffalo.edu.

Communication and Assistive Device Lab