Zoe Kriegel is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Communication Disorders and Director/PI of the SEAK Lab at the University of Wyoming. Dr. Kriegel received her B.S. degree in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology from Kent State University and her M.S. degree and clinical training as a speech-language pathologist at Bowling Green State University, where she remained for her Ph.D. work. Dr. Kriegel's research program focuses on advancing our understanding of the impact of Parkinson disease on speech movements, muscle activity, and the resulting acoustics. The long-term goal of this work is to advance precise speech assessment of dysarthria and innovative speech treatments targeted towards each person's needs, strengths, and goals.
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My name is Amber Nelson, and I'm from Star Valley, Wyoming. I graduate in spring of 2027. I joined SEAK Lab because I wanted to learn more about motor speech disorders and be a part of the research process. I continue to stay in the lab because I am learning so much valuable information that will help me in the future. As well as creating personal relationships with individuals in the profession.
My name is Cambree Dearden, and I'm from Kemmerer, Wyoming. I graduate in spring of 2029. I joined SEAK Lab because I wanted to know more about motor speech disorders. I continue to stay in this lab because I've come to love the knowledge I'm gaining and the people I have met.
My name is Holden Ayer, and I'm From Sundance, Wyoming. I graduate in spring of 2029. I joined SEAK Lab because I'm interested in the opportunities that it could present me with in the future as well as the people that the research done in this lab can help. I continue to stay in the lab because the knowledge that I am gaining will help me in my career in the future. As well as the people in this lab that I can call my friends.
My name is Holly Rider, and I'm from Highlands Ranch, Colorado. My estimated graduation year is spring 2028. I chose the SEAK lab because I was incredibly intrigued by the opportunity Dr. Kriegel and others are creating for individuals with Parkinson's. I continue to stay because of the people I have met, the encouragement I receive, and the opportunity for myself to learn and to help support others.
My name is Liam O’Harra, and I'm from Dayton, Wyoming. My estimated graduation year is 2028. I chose this lab as a way to have consistent, hands-on experience in communication disorder research, but more importantly, to make a meaningful difference for the community. The more I learn in the lab, the more I want to understand, and I know that continuing my work will allow me to keep growing and make a meaningful impact on myself and others.