New Student Orientation

Dear Au.D. Class of 2029,

Welcome to Nova Southeastern University's Doctor of Audiology program!

On behalf of the faculty and staff of the Department of Audiology, I would like to congratulate you on your admission and enrollment and extend a warm welcome. You have taken the first step toward a rewarding and challenging career in audiology. We are committed to providing you with the highest-quality academic and clinical foundation that will make you a leader in the profession. We take pride in the ability to offer you superior didactic instruction and diverse clinical opportunities that will culminate with your graduation as Doctors of Audiology. For your part as professional students, we expect hard work, commitment, and dedication to your studies. Your journey to becoming an Au.D. has begun and we are so happy you chose to pursue audiology with us!

The faculty and I are looking forward to seeing you at orientation and working with you over the course of your studies. Orientation will begin via a series of virtual sessions, and then we will meet in person on August 17, 2026, beginning at 8:30 a.m. at the Ziff Health Care Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Your contact person for orientation and other program-related questions is the academic support coordinator for the audiology department, Melissa Lawton. She can be reached at (954) 262-7745. Please carefully review all orientation documents you receive via email to be sure that you complete all requirements.

Once again, congratulations and welcome! If I can be of any assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Sincerely,

Erica B. Friedland, Au.D., DFAAA
DFAAA Chair and Professor
ericaf@nova.edu
(954) 262-7765