Charles Van Riper Language, Speech and Hearing Clinic

  • Vogley scoping patient with student assistance
  • Audiologist assists patient with technology
  • Faculty member and student conduct research

Welcome to the Charles Van Riper Language, Speech and Hearing Clinic

The Charles Van Riper Language, Speech and Hearing Clinic was established in 1936 as one of the nation’s first university speech clinics. It is operated by the Department of Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences at Western Michigan University as an integral part of the academic program. The clinic provides many services across a variety of areas to meet the needs of the community. The clinic is accepting new patients. Please browse our services below:

Our Location

The Charles Van Riper Language, Speech and Hearing Clinic is located on the 3rd and 4th floors of the University Medical and Health Sciences Center Building at 1000 Oakland Drive in Kalamazoo, Michigan 49008.

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    Contact information

    Please contact us using the following methods: Phone: (269) 387-7059 Fax: (269) 387-7227 Email: uc-speech-info@wmich.edu