Bio
Originally from Wausau, Miranda Armstrong earned a bachelor’s degree in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences with a minor in Neuroscience from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. She returned to Central Wisconsin to complete her master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology at UWSP. After graduation, she began her clinical career in Wisconsin before working as a travel speech-language pathologist, gaining experience with diverse populations across a variety of settings. She later returned to Stevens Point to continue to work as a speech-language pathologist in various medical settings with adults prior to accepting a position as a clinical assistant professor at UWSP. Her professional interests include brain injuries, cognitive-communication disorders, dysphagia, and voice. She is passionate about lifelong learning and supporting the next generation of clinicians through evidence-based, person-centered practice.
Experience and Interests
Research and Clinical Interests
- Dysphagia
- Acquired cognitive and linguistic communication difficulties
- Brain injury and neurodegenerative disorders
- Voice disorders
- Gender affirming voice therapy
Professional Experience
- Speech-language pathologist (2021-2025) with experience working with pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations in outpatient, acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, and skilled nursing settings, including roles as a travel therapist across diverse clinical environments.
Presentations and Publications
Presentations
- Copa, M., Gonsalves, L., Kuehl, D., Barge, J., and Osborne, C. (2020, November). Proposal Number: 1224. Title: Ataxic Dysarthria: A Longitudinal Case Study. Proposal accepted at the Annual Convention of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, San Diego, CA (Convention canceled).
Involvement
Professional Memberships
- Member, American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
Fun Facts
Last book you read?
The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
Best advice you ever received?
Live a little!
What did you want to be when you were growing up?
A forensic pathologist.
Favorite Quote?
“Fight for the things that you care about. But do it in a way that will lead others to join you.” – Ruth Bader Ginsburg
One thing about your school that you are most proud of?
I am most proud of the inclusive culture within our department, where there is a genuine commitment to helping everyone grow. The focus is always on supporting one another and creating an environment where there is no judgment, only encouragement and collaboration for the greater good of the team.
A piece of advice for students in your school?
Be patient with yourself, celebrate the little wins and ask for help when you need it!