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VITA
NAME
DATE OF BIRTH
PLACE OF BIRTH
Danielle Reed Varnedoe
June, 25, 1954
Canton, Ohio
EDUCATION HISTORY
College/University
Major
Dates
Degree
UNDERGRADUATE
The University of Akron
Speech
1976
Pathology
and Audiology
B.A.
Speech
Pathology
M.A.
MASTER'S
The University of Akron
1979
WORK EXPERIENCE
Dates
Firm/Institution
Rank/Position/Duties
June, 2001
Present
University of
South Carolina
Promotion: Center
Director
August 1992
Present
University of
South Carolina
Promotion: Senior
Instructor
January 1983
Present
University of
South Carolina
Clinical Phonology
Clinical Instructor
Academic Teaching:
June, 1979December, 1983
Whitten Center,
Staff Speech-Language
South Carolina
Pathologist
Department of Mental
Retardation
PUBLICATIONS/PRESENTATIONS
Publications
Varnedoe, Danielle, Murphree-Holden, Crystal and Dixon, Sharon (2008). Successful Supervisory
Training Initiatives in Formative Assessment. American Speech-Language-Hearing
Association. Division 11. Perspectives on Administration and Supervision. 18: 87-93.
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McDade, H. & Varnedoe, D. (1993). Training parents to be language facilitators. In Early
Intervention: Working with Parents & Families II, pp. 149-161.
O'Day, C., Coulter, K., Varnedoe, D.R. & McDade, H.L. (1994).Results of phonologic probe
measurements under varying conditions. Unpublished Master's Thesis.
McDade, H. & Varnedoe, D. (1987). Training parents to be language facilitators. Topics in Language
Disorders, 7, 19-30.
List of Papers and Presentations
Neal, A. & Varnedoe, D.R. Coalition of School-Based Health Care Providers. South Carolina
Speech-Language-Hearing Association. February 21, 2013. Columbia, South Carolina
(Commentary/Facilitator)
Varnedoe, D.R. Surviving an Internal HIPAA Audit: Another University’s Experience. SouthEastern
University Clinical Educators Conference. September 27, 2013. Panama City Beach, Florida.
Varnedoe, D.R. Evidence-based practices in Speech-Language Pathology – Introduction (multiple
speakers). South Carolina Speech-Language-Hearing Association. February 21, 2013.
Columbia, S.C.
Murphree-Holden, C. & Varnedoe, D.R We were just wondering: Hot topics in clinical education in
speech-language pathology. Southeastern University Clinical Educators Conference.
September 28, 2012. Columbia, South Carolina.
Varnedoe, D.R. & Neal, A. Lunch and Learn: Update on implementation of regulations for speechlanguage pathologists in the public schools. South Carolina Speech-Language-Hearing
Association. February 16, 2012. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
Varnedoe, D.R. Healthcare changes in South Carolina: Implications for speech-language
pathologist. South Carolina Speech-Language-Hearing Association. February 25, 2011. N.
Charleston, South Carolina
Musick,K., Nalty, L. & Varnedoe, D.R. IDEA Part C in the 21st Century: BabyNet takes its first
steps. South Carolina Speech-Language-Hearing Association. February 11, 2010. Columbia,
S.C.
Dixon, S., Murphree-Holden, C., & Varnedoe, D.R. Quality supervision: The cornerstone of effective
clinical instruction. South Carolina Speech-Language-Hearing Association. February 12,
2010. Columbia, S.C.
Bonilha, H., , Delyski, D.D., McLeod, A, Adams, C. & Varnedoe, D.R., et.al. Evaluating master’s
students opinions on research. South Carolina Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
February 12, 2010. Columbia, S.C.
Bonilha, H., Adams, C., Finneran, D., McLeod, A.. and Varnedoe, D.R. Ways to change master’s
students’ opinions on research. American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. November
19-21, 2009. New Orleans, La.
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Steppling, M., Varnedoe, D.R. & Dixon, S. Problems & pitfalls in certification and licensure
processes. South Carolina Speech-Language-Hearing Association. February 19-21, 2009.
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
Varnedoe, D.R. and Murphree-Holden, Crystal (2007). Beyond feedback: handling difficult clinical
situations in student training. South Carolina Speech-Language-Hearing Association. February
9, 2007. Hilton Head, South Carolina.
Varnedoe, D.R. and Murphree-Holden, Crystal. (2006). Supervisory roles in clinical training:
formative assessment and effective feedback, American Speech-Language-Hearing
Association, November 17, 2006, Miami, Florida.
Murphree-Holden, Crystal and Varnedoe, D.R. (2006). Formative assessment: supervisory roles
in clinical training across the continuum: Helping students navigate the formative
assessment highway. South Carolina Speech-Language-Hearing Association, March 2, 2006.
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
Varnedoe, D.R. (2004). Formative assessment planning for outside supervisors. January 23, 2004.
Conference sponsored by the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders,
Columbia, South Carolina.
Varnedoe, D.R. (2004). Evidence-based clinical practice in speech-language pathology. October 7,
8, 2004. Southeastern Director's Conference, Charleston, South Carolina.
Varnedoe, D.R. (2002). BabyNet update - implementation of new guidelines. Presentation at the
South Carolina Speech-Language-Hearing Association, February 13-16, Hilton Head, South
Carolina.
Varnedoe, D.R. (2002). Engaging students and assessing competencies with an interactive CD.
Presentation at the CLA InfoTech, 2002 Annual Teaching and Technology Conference,
University of South Carolina, May 13-15, 2002.
Varnedoe, D.R. (2001). Early language development: facilitating communication in the home.
Presentation at the South Carolina Down Syndrome Conference, May 5, 2001
Varnedoe, D.R. (2001). Atypical child development: language and speech skills. Workshop. EITAC
Early Interventionists (DHEC). January 23, April 24, July 31, 2001.
Varnedoe, D.R. (2000). Developmental apraxia of speech. Workshop. Horry County School District,
April 8, 2000.
Varnedoe, D.R. (2000). Atypical child development: language and speech skills. Workshop. EITAC
Early Interventionists (DHEC), April 25, 2000
Varnedoe, D.R. (1999). Diagnosis and remediation of oral-motor disorders. Workshop. Newberry
School District, June 8 –12, 1999. Newberry, S.C.
Varnedoe, D.R. (1999). Diagnosis and remediation of oral-motor disorders. . Berkeley and
Charleston County School Districts. January 13 – April 16, 1999, Summerville, S.C.
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Varnedoe, D.R. (1999). Parent training. Guest Lecture, SPAD 500, Spring & Fall Semester,
Columbia, S.C.
Varnedoe, D.R. (1999). Let’s talk!… Getting the most out of speech-language development in young
children. Presentation on early language development and when to be concerned. The Center
for Disability Resources, Dept. of Pediatrics, School of Medicine. March 3, 1999.
Varnedoe, D.R. (1998). Diagnosis and remediation of oral-motor disorders. Course. Greenville
County School District. June 8-12, Greenville, S.C.
Varnedoe, D.R. (1998). Speech and language development in the infant, toddler, and preschooler
population. Invited presentation to the Parent- Teacher Organization, Booker T. Washington
Child Development Center. Columbia, S.C.
Varnedoe, D.R. (1998). Clinical Phonology. Guest Lecture, SPAD 500. Columbia, S.C.
Varnedoe, D.R. (1998). Parent training. Guest Lecture, SPAD 500
Varnedoe, D.R. (1997). Parent training. Guest Lecture, SPAD 500. Columbia, S.C.
Varnedoe, D.R. (1997). Developmental apraxia of speech. Calhoun County School District. St.
Matthews, S.C.
Varnedoe, D.R. (1997). Intervention for disorders of the speech sound system. Calhoun County
School District. St. Matthews, S.C.
Varnedoe, D.R. (1996). Phonologic assessment and intervention. Calhoun County School District. St.
Matthews, S.C.
O'Day, C., Coulter, K., Varnedoe, D.R. & McDade, H.L., (1995). Results of phonologic probe
measurements under varying conditions. American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
Orlando, Florida
Varnedoe, D.R. (1994). Phonologic assessment and intervention. Lexington School District I.
Columbia, S.C.
Varnedoe, D.R. & Nalty, L.(1992). Adaptive play strategies. Richland/Lexington Counties Disabilities
& Special Needs Board. Columbia, S.C.
Varnedoe, D.R. (1992). Diagnostic update in the preschool population. Workshop. Richland School
District II. Columbia, S.C.
Varnedoe, D.R. & McDade, H.L. (1992). Family-centered therapy: training parents and significant
others. Presentation. Speech-Language-Hearing Association Convention, N. Myrtle Beach,
S.C.
Varnedoe, D.R. & Long, K.M. (1992). Assessment and intervention of pragmatic disorders in schoolaged and adolescent populations. Presentation. The Council for Exceptional Children,
Division for Children with Communication Disorders, Convention, Baltimore, Maryland.
Varnedoe, D.R. (1991). Language intervention strategies: techniques for parents. Presentation.
Program for Individuals with Autism, Columbia, S.C.
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Varnedoe, D.R. & Long, K.M. (1991). Conversational management and classroom intervention with
the elementary and adolescent populations. Presentation. South Carolina Speech-LanguageHearing Association Convention, Kiawah Island, S.C.
Curlis, S.B., Varnedoe, D.R. & McDade, H.L. (1990). Reliability of phonetic transcriptions of
disordered speech. American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Seattle, Washington.
Varnedoe, D.R. & Long, K.M. (1990). Pragmatic intervention with preschool and school-aged
children. Workshop. Greenwood and Laurens County School Districts, Greenwood, S.C.
Varnedoe, D.R. & McDade, M.S. (1990). A practical approach to phonologic therapy. Shortcourse.
South Carolina Speech-Language-Hearing Association, N. Myrtle Beach, S.C.
Varnedoe, D.R. & McDade, M.S. (1990). Phonologic intervention. Workshop. Richland School
District 2, Columbia, S.C.
Varnedoe, D.R. (1989). Diagnostic update. Workshop. Sumter and Lee County School Districts,
Sumter, S.C.
Grey, J., McDade, H., & Varnedoe, D. (1987). The phonology of Down syndrome. American SpeechLanguage-Hearing Association, New Orleans.
McDade, H.L. & Varnedoe, D.R. (1987). Training parents to be language facilitators. The Council
for Exceptional Children. Chicago, Illinois.
McDade, H., Thomas, E., & Varnedoe, D. (1987). Perceptions of diagnostic labels by school
personnel. American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, New Orleans.
Varnedoe, D.R. (1983). Language disorders in children with cleft palate. Third Annual Symposium
on Cleft Palate. Columbia, South Carolina.
Varnedoe, D.R. (1981). An interdisciplinary approach to caring for the client with a feeding problem.
Whitten Center. Clinton, South Carolina.
Varnedoe, D.R. (1980). Pre-speech and speech training with a child with a bi-lateral phrenic nerve
paralysis: A case study. Ohio Speech and Hearing Association Convention.
GRANTS
Awarded First Steps Grant for Richland County - $7,141.00
ASHA's Office of Multicultural Affairs (2206) - $12,814.00 (2004) (not awarded)
ASHA’s Office of Mulitcultural Affairs - $11,385.00 (2006) (not awarded)
RGK Foundation - $49,595 (not awarded)
ASHA’s Office of Multicultural Affairs - $7510.00 (2008) (not awarded)
AWARDS/HONORS
Arnold School of Public Health Faculty Service Award, 2013
DiCarlo Award for Outstanding Clinical Achievement, South Carolina Speech-Language-Hearing
Association, 2004
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PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
Membership
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (1980-present)
South Carolina Speech-Language-Hearing Association (1983-present)
The Council for Exceptional Children (1984-1986) (1991-1993)
Southeast Clinical Directors (2003 – present)
Positions
Co-Chair, South Carolina Speech-Language-Hearing Association Convention, February 26-28, 2015,
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
Co-Chair, Research and Evidence-based Practice Committee. South Carolina Speech-LanguageHearing Association. 2008 – 2014.
Consultant, BabyNet. Determining Eligibility (non-paid). 2013 to present.
Vice President of Clinical and Professional Affairs, South Carolina Speech, Language, Hearing
Association. 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, thru February 21, 2014.
Member, State Department of Education Task Force on Regulations for Speech-Language Pathologists
in the Schools, 2012.
Member, Medicaid Task Force, South Carolina Speech-Language-Hearing Association. 2009, 2010,
2011.
Member, Preschool Initiative. Multi-agency State Task Force, 2009, 2010.
Invited Member, BabyNet Transition Team. South Carolina First Steps Program, 2009, 2010.
Convener, BabyNet Transition Team, Technical Team E. South Carolina First Steps Program, 2009.
The Council for Exceptional Children: Division for Children with Communication Disorders. Served
as Assistant Editor for the Journal of Childhood Communication Disorders, 1984-1987.
Member, South Carolina Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Ethics Committee, 1995.
Member, School of Public Health Library and Resources Committee 1995-1997; 1999-2006.
Chair, South Carolina Speech-Language-Hearing Association State Conference, 1996.
Chair, South Carolina Speech, Language, Hearing Association Finance & Budget Committees, 19961997; 1997-1999, 2001-2002.
Member, South Carolina Speech, Language, Hearing Association Budget Committee, 2005 - 2006
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Member, School of Public Health Student Awards Committee, 1997-1999.
Member, South Carolina Speech-Language-Hearing Association Conference Planning Committee,
1997, 1998, 1999, 2000-2002.
Member, South Carolina Speech, Language, Hearing Association Conference Planning Committee,
1997- 2002.
Board Member, South Carolina Speech-Language-Hearing Association Foundation, 1997-1999.
Vice President of Planning and Administration, South Carolina Speech, Language, Hearing
Association, 1996-1997; 1997 – 1999.
Member of the South Carolina Speech, Language, Hearing Association Long Range Planning
Committee, 1999-2003.
Member, South Carolina Speech, Language, Hearing Association Federal and State Agencies
Committee, 2001 - 2003.
Member, South Carolina Speech, Language, Hearing Association Long Range Planning Committee,
2001-present.
Member, South Carolina Speech, Language, Hearing Association Fundraising Committee, 2001 2003.
Member, USC HIPAA Privacy Standards Task Force , 2002-2003.
Chair, School of Public Health Library and Resources Committee, 2003 to present
Member, USC HIPAA Privacy and Security Standards Task Force, 2003-present.
Member, USC Child Development and Research Center Committee, 2003 - 2005.