Academy of Doctors of Audiology

Student Chapter

Purpose

Student Academy of Doctors of AudiologyThe purpose of the ADA Student Academy of Doctors of Audiology (SADA) is to serve the varied needs and concerns of student and emerging graduated members of ADA. SADA will collaborate with the ADA Board of Directors, ADA committees and others to develop educational resources and programming for students, participate in advocacy initiatives to advance student interests, and disseminate relevant information to students.

Structure

In accordance with the guidelines established for the Academy of Doctors of Audiology, SADA will be supported by the SADA Council. The Council will be comprised of a minimum of nine (9) ADA Student Members, who will serve for a one-year term, and who may be eligible for re-appointment. SADA Council Members are expected to attend monthly Council meetings via teleconference (every attempt will be made to schedule them at a time convenient to all) , to participate in Council projects by providing insight and expertise, and to support the mission and objectives of ADA and its student members. Note: We do recognize that university requirements and student obligations may prevent participation, particularly at certain times during the year.

Andrew Setrum

Andrew Setrum

President

Andrew is a third-year Doctor of Audiology student at Pacific University in Hillsboro, Oregon. He received his undergraduate degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Wisconsin River Falls. Andrew has been involved in local and national student organizations throughout his academic career, focusing on spreading the importance of hearing health care. He is completing his externship at M Health Fairview Clinics and Surgery Center in Minnesota. Andrew’s interests include geriatrics, pediatrics, cochlear implants, vestibular disorders, and electrophysiological assessments. Andrew in his spare time enjoys golfing, playing hockey, and going on hikes.

Alexandra Alfieri

Alexandra Alfieri

Vice President

Alexandra is a third-year doctoral student in the School of Audiology at Pacific University. Alexandra is very active in professional organizations, where she served as president of the local chapter of the Student Academy of Audiology (SAA), and as the National SAA State Ambassador for Oregon. She also volunteers for National SAA, participating in the Programs and Education Committee. She is completing her third and final year of her program at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, where she is building her skills in patient centered and evidence based care. She enjoys working in adult diagnostics and treatment, as well as cochlear implants. Alexandra is very excited to be in a leadership role that aligns with her values as a future audiologist.

Elizabeth Olson

Elizabeth Olson

Advocacy Chair

Elizabeth Olson is a third-year Au.D. student at Pacific University in Hillsboro, Oregon. She has a B.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from MSU-M. She is completing her externship as a LEND trainee at Northeast Hearing and Speech in Portland, Maine. Her areas of special interest include inter-professional collaboration, pediatric diagnostics / early intervention, and advocacy work.

Tamahra Navarrete

Tamahra Navarrete

Communications Chair

Tamahra is a fourth-year Au.D. student at A.T. Still University in Mesa, Arizona with an undergraduate degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences from Arizona State University. One of Tamahra's goals is to own her own private practice and be able to advocate and serve the Latino community amongst other underserved communities. Tamahra’s interests include geriatrics, pediatrics, cochlear implants, and intraoperative monitoring. In her spare time, Tamahra enjoys spending time with her family, hiking, weight training, and reading.

Libby Sarra

Libby Sarra

Education Chair

Libby Sarra is a first year Doctor of Audiology student at A.T. Still University in Arizona. She earned her bachelor’s degree in communication sciences and disorders from the Pennsylvania State University. Her goal in the field and with SADA is to bring more awareness and education to the public about audiology, the services provided and how important hearing health is to overall health. Her future plans in audiology include working with cochlear implants, intra-operative monitoring, tinnitus, and advocacy for underserved communities and individuals with disabilities. When she is not in class or clinic, she is a coffee aficionado and loves to read, weight lift, and spend time with friends and family.

Arleen Galestanian

Arleen Galestanian

Member Relations

Arleen Galestanian is a first-year Au.D. student at A.T. Still University in Mesa, Arizona with an undergraduate degree in Communicative Disorders from California State University, Fullerton (CSUF). Arleen’s goal is to own a private practice that provides speech and hearing services for her community. Arleen’s vision for the future of audiology is one where everyone has the opportunity to hear and communicate with their loved ones without any barriers or limitations. In her spare time, Arleen enjoys going on walks, reading, baking, spending time with friends and family, and exploring new cities.