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KELLY L. PRITCHETT, AU.D., CCC-APhone: (402) 472-8824kelly.pritchett@unl.edu116 Barkley Memorial CenterLincoln, NE 68583-0738EDUCATIONAuDDoctor of AudiologySalus University, Elkins Park, PASeptember 2007MSMaster of Science, AudiologyUniversity of Nebraska-LincolnMay 2002BS.EdBachelor of Science in Education, Communication DisordersUniversity of Nebraska at KearneyMay 2000PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCEAssociate Professor of Practice, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Department of SpecialEducation and Communication Disorders, Lincoln, NE (July 2016 – Present)Audiology Clinic Coordinator, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Department of SpecialEducation and Communication Disorders, Lincoln, NE (June 2007 – Present)Contract Clinical Audiologist, Nebraska-Western Iowa Veteran’s Health Administration,Lincoln, NE (April 2014 – May 2015)Assistant Professor of Practice, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Department of SpecialEducation and Communication Disorders, Lincoln, NE (July 2009 – June 2016)Clinical Audiologist, Ear, Nose Throat Medicine and Surgery, Lincoln, NE (2008 – 2011)Senior Lecturer, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Department of Special Education andCommunication Disorders (June 2007 – June 2009)Clinical Audiologist, Bloomington-Normal Audiology, Bloomington, IL (September 2005 –June 2007)Contract Clinical Audiologist, Nebraska-Western Iowa Veteran’s Health Administration,Omaha, NE (June 2004 – August 2005)Clinical Audiologist, Central Plains ENT, Omaha, NE (June 2003 – August 2004)Clinical Audiologist, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Department ofOtolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery, Omaha, NE (May 2002 – September 2005)K.L. Pritchett - 1
TEACHING EXPERIENCEUniversity of Nebraska-LincolnHearing and Balance I (formerly Introduction to Audiology)SLPA 271 (4 semester credits)Department of Special Education and Communication Disorders An undergraduate course averaging 30-40 students per semester, covering thefollowing topics: basic hearing science, anatomy and physiology of the auditorysystem, hearing assessment equipment, procedures, and interpretation of resultsDeveloped lectures, assignments, and examsRevised the syllabus to meet accreditation standardsCoordinated grading and four weekly labs with supervision of 1 teaching assistanteach semesterHearing and Balance II (formerly Clinical Assessment)SLPA 473/873 (3 semester credits)Department of Special Education and Communication Disorders Fall 2019-PresentA combined undergraduate/graduate course averaging 15 students per semester,covering the following topics: components of a comprehensive audiologicalassessment, additional audiological testing (Otoacoustic Emissions and AcousticImmittance testing), administering and interpreting of aforementioned tests, andidentification of patient’s presenting with non-organic hearing lossDeveloped lectures, assignments, and examsRevised the syllabus to meet accreditation standardsAdvanced Clinical Practicum in AudiologySLPA 897A (Variable credits) – 3 cohorts per semesterDepartment of Special Education and Communication Disorders Fall 2008-2011;Spring 2013-20192007 – PresentA graduate course averaging 10 students per cohort each semester, covering thefollowing topics, but not limited to: professional communication, auditory disorders,cerumen management, hearing aid services, case studies, and ethics.Created a Simulation Lab in conjunction with Dr. Emily Wakefield, covering thefollowing topics: otoscopy skills and interpretation and diagnostic audiologicaltestingCoordinated student clinician practicum assignmentsRevised the syllabus to meet accreditation standardsAnalyzed student clinical evaluations completed by their preceptorsExternship in AudiologySLPA 897T (Variable credits) – 1 cohorts per semesterUniversity of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lincoln, NEDepartment of Special Education and Communication Disorders2007 – PresentK.L. Pritchett - 2
A graduate course meeting online averaging 12 students each semester, covering thefollowing topics, but not limited to: professional associations, salary negotiation,licensure/certification, and current topics in audiology.Coordinated student clinician practicum assignmentsRevised the syllabus to meet accreditation standardsAnalyzed student clinical evaluations completed by their preceptorsGUEST LECTURESUniversity of Nebraska-LincolnCommunication Disorders and ProcessesSLPA 150Department of Special Education and Communication Disorders Disorders of the Auditory System Diagnostic Audiology Aural RehabilitationIntroduction and ObservationSLPA 397ADepartment of Special Education and Communication Disorders Counseling and Intervention Strategies for the AudiologistFall 2008, Spring 2008Fall 2008, Spring 2008Fall 2008, Spring 2008Fall 2009Professional Issues for the Communication Disorders SpecialistSLPA 421Department of Special Education and Communication Disorders Grassroots AdvocacySpring 2011 – 2014 Professional Issues in AudiologySpring 2009 – PresentMedical Aspects in AudiologySLPA 916Department of Special Education and Communication Disorders Pharmacology and Ototoxicity for AudiologistsOccupational Health and Wellness for MusiciansMUSC 898Glenn Korff School of Music Hearing Loss and MusiciansSpring 2008Spring 2010-2011; 2014RESEARCH/CREATIVE ACTIVITYAUDiology Student Characteristics StudyFall 2017 - Present Multi-site study (University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Northern Illinois University,University of the Pacific, and Ohio University) The aim of this longitudinal study it is to identify predictive relationships in personalstudent factors through the use of questions that examine locus of control, perceptionK.L. Pritchett - 3
of stress and overall personality factors on the ability of Au.D. students to makesatisfactory clinical progress. If one or more predictive relationships can be identifiedin the personal factors measures, it may assist with identification of “at risk” studentsand assist with implementing strategies early for successful outcomes.STUDENT RESEARCH ADVISINGDoctoral Capstone (Committee Member)Sallie Croissant (AuD Student, Audiology, UNL Dept. of SpecialAnd Communication Disorders), Replicating the Suppression HeadImpulse Paradigm2017 - 2019Kyle Hotovy (AuD Student, Audiology, UNL Dept. of SpecialAnd Communication Disorders), Changes in Self-Reported EarplugUse in High School Band Students after Education on Noise InducedHearing Loss2017 - 2019Jessica Koraleski (AuD Student, Audiology, UNL Dept. of SpecialAnd Communication Disorders), Effects of Hemodialysis onCochlear Sensivity2017 - 2019Madison Mannel (AuD Student, Audiology, UNL Dept. of SpecialAnd Communication Disorders), Comparing Quality of Life in OlderAdults Before and After Hearing Aid Fittings2017 - 2019Nicole Swanson (AuD Student, Audiology, UNL Dept. of SpecialAnd Communication Disorders), Fall Prevention Outcomes: TheEffects of Education on Fall Risk Individuals2017 - 2019Macy Schott (AuD Student, Audiology, UNL Dept. of SpecialAnd Communication Disorders), Assessment of a HearingConservation Program Designed for 4-H Youth2014 - 2016Other Student Research AdvisingMolly Thornbrugh (Undergraduate Honor’s Thesis), Audiologist’sComfort in Assessing and Treating Pediatric Patients2018 - 2019Kyle Hotovy (Undergraduate Honor’s Thesis), State of HearingEducation in High School Band Programs Across Nebraska2015 - 2016PUBLICATIONSBooksWacker, K.L., Audiology: An Introduction to the Fundamentals, Dubuque, IA: Kendall HuntPublishing, 2015.K.L. Pritchett - 4
GRANT ACTIVITY AND OTHER FUNDINGRobert Wood Johnson Foundation Grant, The Cognitive and Sensory Loss Project [CASL]:Early identification and prevention of cognitive decline in the elderly due to the effects ofhearing and vestibular loss, Submitted March 2020 (Not funded).UNL CEHS Technology Grant, Computer-Based Simulations in Audiology Education, SubmittedFebruary 2020 (Award Total: 6,700).Sertoma Community Grant, Clinic with a Heart Hearing Loss Prevention and IdentificationProject, Submitted January 2020 (Award Total: 5,000).UNL CEHS Technology Grant, Computer-Based Simulations in Audiology Education,February 2019 (Not funded).Celerion Inc., Study on Cochlear Function Testing, August 2017 (Award Total: 11,736)Celerion Inc., Study on Cochlear Function Testing, August 2017 (Award Total: 2,691)Sertoma Professional Education Grant, Attendance to the Academy of Doctors ofAudiology 2014 Convention (Award Total: 425)University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Education International Seed GrantProgram, Humanitarian Audiology: A Sustainable Program Model, 2011-2012, (AwardTotal: 5,000)St. Mark’s Lincoln Outreach Foundation Grant, The Kid’s On the Block Hearing LossPuppet Show August 2012 (Award Total: 400)Sertoma Professional Education Grant, Attendance to American Academy of Audiology2012 Convention (Award Total: 425)PRESENTATIONS AND INVITED LECTURESNebraska Medicaid Updates for the Audiologist, Nebraska Speech Language and HearingAssociation (NSLHA), Omaha, NE, October 2019.Impact of Au.D. and SLP Student Factors on Clinical Training Success, Council ofAcademic Programs in Communication Sciences and Disorders (CAPSCD), San Diego, CA,April 2019.Musicians and Hearing Loss, Tri-M High School Music Symposium, Lincoln, NE,November 2016.K.L. Pritchett - 5
Audiological Considerations When Working with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing,MPUP Workshop, Lincoln, NE, June 2015.Audiology Culture, Hamilton Relay Regional Summit, Lincoln, NE, May 2015.Heroes With Hearing Loss – A holistic approach to hearing healthcare for Veterans, PanelDiscussion, American Academy of Audiology Conference 2014, Orlando, FL, March 2014.Hearing Loss Prevention among Agriculturists, Osceola High School FFA Chapter, York,NE, January 2014.A Holistic Approach to Hearing Healthcare: The Difference Between Getting By andLiving Well with Hearing Loss, Moderator: Panel Discussion, American Speech-LanguageHearing Association Conference 2012, Atlanta, GA, November 2012.A Holistic Approach to Hearing Healthcare: The Difference Between Getting By andLiving Well with Hearing Loss, Moderator: Panel Discussion, Academy of Doctors ofAudiology 2012 Conference, Phoenix, AZ, November 2012.A Holistic Approach to Hearing Healthcare: The Difference Between Getting By andLiving Well with Hearing Loss, Moderator: Panel Discussion, International Hearing SocietyConference 2012, Phoenix, AZ, September 2012.A Holistic Approach to Hearing Healthcare: The Difference Between Getting By andLiving Well with Hearing Loss, AudiologyOnline Webinar, August 2012.A Holistic Approach to Hearing Healthcare for Veterans: The Difference Between GettingBy and Living Well with Hearing Loss, Panel Discussion, Veterans of Foreign WarsConference 2012, Reno, NV, July 2012.A Holistic Approach to Hearing Healthcare: The Difference Between Getting By andLiving Well with Hearing Loss, Panel Discussion, American Academy of Audiology 2012,Boston, MA, March 2012.A Holistic Approach to Hearing Healthcare for Veterans: The Difference Between GettingBy and Living Well with Hearing Loss, Panel Discussion, Joint Defense Veteran AudiologyConference 2012, Dallas, TX, March 2012.Special Olympics Healthy Hearing Program: Local, National, and International Trends,Nebraska Speech, Language, Hearing Association 2011 Fall Convention, Kearney, Nebraska,September 2011.Noise-Induced Hearing Loss and Hearing Protection, Tri-M High School MusicSymposium 2008, Lincoln, NE, November 2008K.L. Pritchett - 6
COMMUNITY OUTREACHClinic with a Heart, Lincoln, NE2010 – PresentSpecial Olympics Nebraska State Games, Omaha, NEEducare Hearing Screenings, Lincoln, NEMay 2009 – PresentSeptember and October 2018Hearing Health Presentation, Lake Senior Center, Lincoln, NENovember 2017Indian Center Community Health Fair, Lincoln, NEJune 2017Hearing Conservation Presentation, Kawasaki, Lincoln, NEApril 2016LI-COR Employee Health Fair, Lincoln, NEMarch 2016Hearing Conservation Presentation, LES, Lincoln, NEFebruary 2013Hearing Health Presentation, Kiwanis Club, Lincoln, NE October 2012; May 2013Aging Partners Health Fair, Lincoln, NESeptember 2011Sertoma Regional Conference Hearing Screenings, Lincoln, NEAmeritas Life Insurance Employee Health FairLincoln, NEAugust 20112010 – 2012; 2014 – 2017Lincoln Regional Center Employee Health Fair, Lincoln, NE January 2010 – 2012University of Nebraska Central Administration Health FairJuly 2010USA Special Olympics National Games Hearing ScreeningsLincoln, NEJuly 2010Sertoma Pancake Feed Hearing Screenings, Lincoln, NEMarch 2010KFOR and Lincoln Area Agency on Aging Community FairLincoln, NE2009 – 2012Special Olympics Young Athletes, Lincoln, NEAugust 2009PROFESSIONAL TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENTCouncil of Academic Programs in CommunicationSciences and DisordersAustin, TX2018K.L. Pritchett - 7
San Diego, CAStarkey Expo, Las Vegas, NVMayo Clinic Audiology VideoconferenceNebraska Speech, Language, and Hearing AssocationLegislative DayNebraska Speech, Language, and Hearing AssociationFall Conference2007 –Hearing Aid Manufacturer TrainingsWidex, Phonak, Resound, Starkey, Oticon, UnitronWidex Unique Hearing Aid Launch Training, Las Vegas, NVPeer Review of Teaching ProjectUniversity of Nebraska-LincolnHIPAA Conference, Baltimore, MD2019January 2018Spring 2008 – 20182008 – 20182015; 2017-2018;2019-20202007 – 2020October 20152015-2016March 2015Academy of Doctors of Audiology, Las Vegas, NVNovember 2014Audiology Resources Boot CampChicago, ILChicago, ILSeptember 2013December 2019Boys Town National Research Hospital Genetic ConferenceOmaha, NEStarkey University, Minneapolis, MNAmerican Auditory Society, Scottsdale, AZAmerican Academy of Audiology Annual ConferenceCharlotte, NCDallas, TXSan Diego, CAChicago, ILBoston, MASeptember 2013July 2013March 201320082009201020112012PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONSAmerican Speech Language and Hearing Association, 2002-PresentCertified MemberK.L. Pritchett - 8
Nebraska Speech Language and Hearing Association, 2007-PresentMemberAmerican Academy of Audiology, 2005-2014MemberAmerican Auditory Society, 2009-2011MemberPROFESSIONAL SERVICEUniversity / College / DepartmentBoard Member, Institutional Review Board, University ofNebraska-Lincoln2020 -- PresentPresent2020Member, Chair Advisory Committee, Department of SpecialEducation and Communication Disorders2017 - 2019Member, EMR Core Team, Department of Special Educationand Communication Disorders2014 - PresentMember, Faculty Senate, Representative for the Department ofSpecial Education and Communication Disorders2014 - 2017Chair, Audiology Faculty Search Committee, Department ofSpecial Education and Communication Disorders2013Chair, Audiology Assistant Search Committee, Department ofSpecial Education and Communication Disorders2013Member, Chair Advisory Committee, Department of SpecialEducation and Communication Disorders2013 - 2015Advisor, UNL Chapter of the Student Academy of Audiology,Department of Special Education and Communication Disorders2010 - PresentMember, Audiology Admissions Commitee, Department of SpecialEducation and Communication Disorders2008 - PresentInternational / National / Regional / State Professional CommitteesAudiologist Member, Nebraska Board of Hearing InstrumentSpecialists, NE Department of Health and Human Services2018 - PresentMember, Insurance and Reimbursement Committee,NE Speech, Language, and Hearing Association2017 - PresentK.L. Pritchett - 9
Vice-President, NE Speech, Language, and Hearing Association2015Vice-President Elect, NE Speech, Language, and Hearing Association2014Regional Clinical Advisor, Healthy Hearing ProgramSpecial Olympics InternationalCo-Chair, Legislative Affairs Committee, NE Speech, Language,and Hearing AssociationClinical Director, Healthy Hearing Program, Special OlympicsNebraskaMember, Continuing Education Committee, NE Speech,Language, and Hearing Association2012 - Present2010 - 20142009 - Present2008 - 2015HONORS AND AWARDSGolisano Health Leadership Award, Special OlympicsRegional Services to Mankind Award, Great Plains Sertoma RegionDistrict Service to Mankind Award, East Nebraska Sertoma DistrictService to Mankind Award, University Sertoma ClubCommunity Partner Award, Clinic with a Heart20162015201520152012K.L. Pritchett - 10
American Auditory Society, Scottsdale, AZ March 2013 American Academy of Audiology Annual Conference Charlotte, NC 2008 Dallas, TX 2009 San Diego, CA 2010 Chicago, IL 2011 Boston, MA 2012 PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS American Speech Language and Hearing Association, 2002-Present Certified Member
