The halls of Kent State University are currently echoing with two distinct but harmonized sounds, the rustle of stiff, new white coats and the confident handshakes of departing professionals.As Kent State University’s Speech Pathology and Audiology (SPA) program continues to cement its reputation as a powerhouse of clinical education that fosters a culture of mentoring the novice while actively launching the expert, the program is redefining what it means to bridge the gap between classrooms and clinics.A Mentoring Model with a White Coat WelcomeThe journey into the demanding world of hearing ...