{"id":11306,"date":"2026-10-28T21:46:58","date_gmt":"2026-10-28T21:46:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/college-health-human-services\/?p=11306"},"modified":"2026-10-28T21:54:34","modified_gmt":"2026-10-28T21:54:34","slug":"chhs-student-spotlight-qa-ella-kelly","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/college-health-human-services\/news\/chhs-student-spotlight-qa-ella-kelly\/","title":{"rendered":"CHHS Student Spotlight Q+A: Ella Kelly"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Throughout the 2026-2027 academic year, the College of Health and Human Services (CHHS) will spotlight students to highlight the diverse academic paths and profile student motivations and interests. Through this series, CHHS aims to showcase the passion and dedication that inspire students to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities. The college\u2019s next spotlight series is on Ella Kelly, a member of the Class of 2028.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"3024\" height=\"4032\" src=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/316\/2026\/10\/IMG_0031-rotated.jpeg\" alt=\"Blonde haired girl stands in front of a railing at a blue and red lighted venue.\" class=\"wp-image-11308\" style=\"aspect-ratio:0.750004604305947;width:279px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/316\/2026\/10\/IMG_0031-rotated.jpeg 3024w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/316\/2026\/10\/IMG_0031-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/316\/2026\/10\/IMG_0031-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/316\/2026\/10\/IMG_0031-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/316\/2026\/10\/IMG_0031-1536x2048.jpeg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 3024px) 100vw, 3024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What is your hometown?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gilbert, AZ<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What are you studying?&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Major: Communication Sciences and Disorders<br>Minor: Psychology<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Why Did You Choose Your Major\/Program?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I chose this major because from a young age, I have always wanted to help others, especially kids. With speech therapy, I am able to assist so many different people to better their lives. I am excited to see what this profession has in store for me!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What Do You Hope to Do With Your Degree After Graduation?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I hope to become a Speech Language Pathologist. I hope to work in either the NICU , to work with babies with swallowing disorders. Or in with kids who have traumatic brain injuries and need assistance to relearn speech and swallowing. Or work in a clinic with kids who have speech and swallowing disorders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What Is One Goal You Hope to Accomplish Before Graduation?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I hope to find an internship within the next year to help further my goals for my future career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Throughout the 2026-2027 academic year, the College of Health and Human Services (CHHS) will spotlight students to highlight the diverse academic paths and profile student motivations and interests. Through this series, CHHS aims to showcase the passion and dedication that inspire students to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities. 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