Maria Claudia Franca | SIU

Communication Disorders and Sciences

Maria Claudia Franca is a Professor in the Communication Disorders and Sciences Program. She holds a M.S. degree in Communication Disorders and Sciences and a Ph.D. in Rehabilitation with a concentration in Communication Disorders from Southern Illinois University Carbondale.

Her research contributions include voice science and professional voice issues, multicultural and global aspects of communication, and higher education matters. She has disseminated findings at state, national, and international professional conferences and has contributed journal articles, books, and book chapters on associated matters. Dr. Franca holds leadership appointments at the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and the Illinois Speech-Language-Hearing Association.

Specializations: Voice Science, Multicultural and Global Issues Related to Communication Disorders and Sciences.