06/03/2026
🌟 Alumni Feature 🌟
This week we are highlighting another amazing Health Sciences Program alumni who is making a difference in the lives of children and families through early intervention services!
Sara Rodriguez is a First Steps Early Intervention Speech-Language Pathologist employed through Logan Center. She works with children ages 0–3 who have expressive and receptive language delays and supports families in helping their children communicate and thrive.
Although employed through Logan Center, much of her work takes place out in the community. Early intervention services occur in a child’s natural environment, which may include the home, daycare, library, park, or other community settings. During sessions, caregivers and families are actively involved as communication goals and strategies are discussed, modeled, and practiced together. This collaborative approach helps families feel empowered and confident using communication strategies during everyday routines throughout the week.
💬 Advice for current students:
“You are your best advocate. If you feel like you are not learning the entirety of a subject in a class, speak up. If you feel like you are not being supported by your employers, speak up. If you feel like your clients are not getting the services they deserve, speak up. If you don’t, likely no one will think twice about it.”
❤️ Another important reminder:
“Connection over compliance. Building a strong relationship and trust with your clients and their family will positively impact their progress.”
We are proud to see our alumni making meaningful impacts in their communities every day!
Interested in doing what Sara does? Major in Health Sciences with a concentration in Speech Language Pathology. Then, earn your Master’s degree in SLP. Sara earned hers at Northwestern University.
