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CSD student group wins National Advocacy Award

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The ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏStudent Academy of Audiology (SAA) was awarded the 2020-2021 National SAA Chapter Advocacy award. The award was based on (pre-COVID) in-person and virtual lobbying in support of legislation related to hearing healthcare for children as well as best practice care for all people concerned about their hearing.

Additionally, the members created and disseminated literature throughout the Tampa Bay area regarding the importance of hearing healthcare. This national recognition included a $250 monetary award to apply to future advocacy efforts. There are approximately 60 members of ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏSAA. There are 80 SAA chapters nationwide.

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