The 32 audiologists gathered in Houston, Texas, in 1988 to discuss the formation of a national association of audiologists.
On January 30, 1988, 32 audiologists met in Houston, Texas, to discuss the formation of a national association of audiologists. This association would be an essential part of every audiologist’s life. Together, the members would strive to advance the science and practice of audiology, and to achieve the recognition of the public as experts in hearing and balance.
Now, 38 years later, the Academy represents the interests of audiologists and audiology students worldwide, each one contributing to the continued success of the profession.
Check out these Audiology Today archives to learn more about the Academy’s Founders and history.
- Celebrating 35 Years: A Founders’ History of the Academy
- AAA 2019: Where Audiologists Discovered Their Future
- How and Why the “Future of Audiology” Mini-Seminar Came to Be
- Founders’ Day: January 30: Ideas, Innovators, and Visionaries
- In the Beginning…1987-1989
Thank you to all our Founders and those Academy members who continue to support the profession and make the Academy your professional home.
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