JULIE ANNE WEINER SCHERZ
4463 North Edgemoor Court
Wichita, KS 67220
(316) 744-7897
EDUCATION: Wichita State University, Wichita, KS
PhD (1989) - Communicative Disorders and Sciences
Dissertation: The communicative effectiveness of doctor-patient interactions
MA (1971) - Logopedics (Speech Pathology)
BA in Education (1969) - Logopedics and Elementary Education
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Member, Medical Team, Hereditary Neurological Disease Centre, 2000-present
Associate Professor (with tenure), Wichita State University, 1998-present;
Graduate Coordinator, 2008 - present
PerDiem Speech-Language Pathologist, Beverly Health Care and
Rehabilitation Center, Fort Wayne, 1997-1998.
Associate Professor (with tenure), Indiana University Purdue University
Fort Wayne, 1995-1998; Assistant Professor, 1989-1995; Acting Clinic
Director, 1993-94
PerDiem Speech-Language Pathologist, The Arbors, Rehabilitation
Wing, Fort Wayne, IN, 1995-1997.
Clinical Teaching Assistant/Clinical Supervisor, Wichita State University, 1984-
89; Clinic Coordinator (Speech-Language Pathology), 1986-88
Senior Speech Pathologist, St. Mary’s Hospital and Rehabilitation Center,
Minneapolis, MN, 1979-84
Speech Pathology Supervisor, Courage Center, Minneapolis, MN, 1974-79;
Staff Speech Pathologist, 1971-74
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES:
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Certificate of Clinical
Competence in Speech-Language Pathology, 1972-present
Indiana Board of Examiners in Speech Pathology and Audiology, License,
1989-99
Kansas Department of Health and Environment, License in Speech Pathology
1999-present
RESEARCH GRANTS:
Wichita Center for Graduate Medical Education Stimulus Grant (in conjunction with
University of Kansas School of Medicine – Wichita) (2010): “A preliminary
study of communication disorders in adults with HIV/AIDS” ($8,550/subcontract
award).
WSU-LINK (2008). “What makes a ‘leader’ in health professions?” ($2,955)
Privately funded research grant (2007). “Communication strategies used by twins with
Angelman Syndrome: Assessment and intervention” ($21,000)
Hereditary Neurological Disease Centre (2003). “Speech and language
characteristics of patients with Huntington’s Disease” ($5,100)
Indiana Speech-Language-Hearing Association Research Grant (1997). "What
makes an effective computer user in our professions?" ($500)
Faculty Summer Research Grant (1990), Indiana University-
Purdue University at Fort Wayne. “Refinement of the ‘Protocol for
Evaluating Communicative Effectiveness of Doctor-Patient Interactions’”
PUBLICATIONS:
BOOK CHAPTERS:
Dutton, L., Scherz, J., Finch, A. & Caron, J. (2014). iPads and other tablets as AAC
devices: Research, issues and needs. In L.L. Lloyd, L.J.S. Koehler & S.
vonTetzchner (Eds.), Augmentative and augmentative communication research
issues and needs: Proceedings of the 2012 ISAAC Research Symposium
(pp. 131-147). Toronto CA: International Society for Augmentative and
Alternative Communication.
Scherz, J.W. (2011). Technology and literacy. In O. Wendt, R.W. Quist, & L.L. Lloyd
(Eds.), Assistive technology: Principles and applications for communication disorders
and special education (pp. 289-324). Bingley, United Kingdom: Emerald Publishing
Group.
Scherz, J.W., & Edwards, H.T. (2007) A review of phonetics. In B.W. Hodson (Ed.),
Enhancing children’s phonological systems: Research to practice. Eau Claire, WI:
Thinking Publications.
REFEREED ARTICLES
DiLollo, A., Scherz, J., & Niemeyer, R.A. (2014). Foreign accent syndrome: Two
case studies. Journal of Constructivist Psychology, 27 (1), 14-30.
Kallail, K.J., Downs, D., Scherz, J., Sweet, D. & Zackula, R. (2014). Prevalence of
communication disorders in HIV-infected adults. Journal of the International
Association of Providers of AIDS Care, 13 (1), 8-11.
Goldberg, L.R., Weiss, C.J., Yenter, J.A., Parham, D. F., Patterson, J.A., Walton, N., &
Scherz, J.A. (2012). Energy expenditure during chewing: A comparison of 2
measurement methods. Topics in Clinical Nutrition, 27(1),74-80.
Tsai, M., Scherz, J., & DiLollo, A. (2011). Conversation of augmented and typical
speakers: Speaking roles versus conversation turns. Asia Pacific Journal of Speech,
Language and Hearing, 14 (4), 179-185. (peer reviewed).
Tsai, M., Scherz, J., & DiLollo, A. (2009, June). Mentoring Asian graduate students
who attend Communication Sciences and Disorders programs in the United States.
Perspectives on Issues in Higher Education, 12, 24-31 (peer reviewed).
Scherz, J. (2008, December). A service learning project in AAC. Perspectives on
Augmentative and Alternative Communication, 17, 140-143. (peer reviewed)
Finch, A., & Scherz, J. (2008, September). Tips for developing literacy for users of
AAC. Perspectives on Augmentative and Alternative Communication, 17, 78-83.
(peer reviewed)
Champley, J., Scherz, J., Apel, K., & Burda, A. (2008). A preliminary analysis of
reading materials and strategies used by older adults. Communication Disorders
Quarterly, 29 (3), 131-140.
Kallail, K.J., Downs, D.W., & Scherz, J.W (2008). Communication disorders in
individuals with HIV/AIDS. Kansas Journal of Medicine, 1 (3),62-69. (peer
reviewed)
Hart, P., Scherz, J., Apel, K., & Hodson, B. (2007). Analysis of spelling error patterns
of individuals with complex communication needs and physical impairments.
Augmentative and Alternative Communication, 23, 16-29.
Mehta, Z., & Scherz, J. (2003, October). Bringing research into the classroom.
The Innovative Professor in Communication Sciences and Disorders, 2, 4-8.
Burda, A.N., Scherz, J.A., Hageman, C.F., & Edwards, H.T. (2003). Age and
understanding speakers with Spanish or Taiwanese accents. Perceptual
and Motor Skills, 97, 11-20.
Scherz, J., & Hart, P. (2002, September 10). Language, literacy and AAC: Time
to move forward. ASHA Leader, 7 (16), 17. (peer reviewed)
Hodson, B.W., Scherz, J., & Strattman, K. (2002). Evaluating communicative
abilities of a highly unintelligible preschooler. American Journal of
Speech-Language Pathology, 11, 236-242.
Scherz, J.W., & Beer, M.M. (1995). Factors affecting the intelligibility of
synthesized speech. Augmentative and Alternative Communication, 11,
74-78.
Scherz, J.W., Edwards, H.T., & Kallail, K.J. (1995). Communicative
effectiveness of doctor-patient interactions. Health Communication,7,
163-177.
Scherz, J.W., Kallail, K.J., & Edwards, H.T. (1991). Attitudes of family practice
residents about speech-language-hearing referrals. Family Practice
Research Journal, 11, 217-223.
Scherz, J.W. (1990). We’ve come a long way...or have we? Journal for
Computer Users in Speech and Hearing, 6, 107-110. (Invited paper)
PROCEEDINGS:
Coiner, C.P., & Scherz, J. (2009). Potential relationships between learning styles
and memory strategies. Proceedings of the 5th Annual Symposium on
Graduate Research and Scholarly Projects, Wichita State University.
Sechtem, P.R., Scherz, J., & DiLollo, A. (2009). A preliminary exploration
of patient satisfaction and recall based on recursive frame analysis methods.
Proceedings of the 5th Annual Symposium on Graduate Research and Scholarly
Projects, Wichita State University.
Tsai, M., & Scherz, J. (2007). Communication opportunities provided to children
with special needs: Preliminary data. Proceedings of the 3rd Annual Symposium on
Graduate Research and Scholarly Projects, Wichita State University.
Tsai, M., Scherz, J., Bronston, S., & Paden, R. (2007). Adult preferences between
two symbol sets: Comparing Boardmaker® and Overboard®. Proceedings
of the 3rd Annual Symposium on Graduate Research and Scholarly Projects,
Wichita State University.
NON-REFEREED ARTICLES
Scherz, J. (2003, January/February). Web resources on fluency. Word of
Mouth,14(3), 14.
Scherz, J., & Hart, P. (2002, November/December). AAC in inclusive
classrooms. Word of Mouth, 14 (2), 4-7.
Scherz, J. (2002, November/December). Web resources on multicultural issues.
Word of Mouth, 14 (2), 14.
Scherz, J. (2002, September/October). When communication fails. Book review:
The spirit catches you and you fall down. Word of Mouth, 14 (1), 11-12.
Tyler, A.A., Tolbert, L.C., Miccio, A.W., Hoffman, P.R., Norris, J.A., Hodson, B.,
Scherz, J., & Bleile, K. (2002). Five views of the elephant: Perspectives on
the assessment of articulation and phonology in preschoolers. American
Journal of Speech-Language Pathology, 11, 213-214.
Scherz, J. (2002, March/April). Books about disabilities for children.Word of
Mouth, 13 (4), 10-11.
Scherz, J. (2002, March/April). Web resources on abuse and neglect. Word of
Mouth, 13 (4), 12.
Scherz, J. (2002, January/February). Web resources on rare and genetic
disorders. Word of Mouth, 13 (3), 11.
Scherz, J. (2001, November/December). Web resources. Word of Mouth, 13
(2), 7.
Scherz, J. (2001, September/October). Web resources. Word of Mouth, 13 (1),
12.
Scherz, J.A. (1999, July). Musings on moving. Issues in Higher Education
Special Interest Division 10 Newsletter, 3(2), 12.
Gerber, S., Meyers, S., Scherz, J., Simpson, J., Sparks, S., & Wolf, J.
(1991, September). The prevention of communication disorders
tutorial. Asha, Supplement No. 6, 15-42. (Peer reviewed)
Kilburg, G., Lubker, B., Peins, M., St.Louis,K., Scherz, J., & Sparks, S.
(1988). Prevention of communication disorders: Position statement.
Asha, 30, 90. (Peer reviewed)
REFEREED PRESENTATIONS: (S) indicates student participation
Sechtem, P., Scherz, J., DiLollo, A., Medvene, L., Parham, D., Ellsworth, R., &
Goldberg, L. (2013, November). The impact of communication partner variables on
supported conversation in aphasia. Technical session presented at the ASHA annual
meeting, Chicago, IL. (S)
Scherz, J., Bally, K., Mirt, J., Quinn, E., Bontrager, J., Le, N., Palacios, J., & Zayed, R.
(2013, November). Bioengineering meets AAC: An interdisciplinary learning
opportunity. Poster session presented at the ASHA annual meeting, Chicago, IL. (S)
Reyes, J., Scherz, J., & Parham, D. (2013, September). An exploratory study of persons
with intermediate huntingtin gene mutations. Poster session presented at the KSHA
annual meeting, Topeka, KS. (S)
Downs, D., Kallail, K.J., & Scherz, J. (2012, November). Communication disorders
in an adult population with HIV/AIDS. Seminar presented at the ASHA annual
meeting, Atlanta, GA.
Dutton, L., & Scherz, J. (2012, November). When an iPad might be best: Considerations
for best practice. Seminar presented at the ASHA annual meeting, Atlanta, GA.
Scherz, J., Mude, J., & Simon, K. (2012, November). Supporting hospitalized patients
at-risk for communication breakdowns: A survey. Poster session presented at the
ASHA annual meeting, Atlanta, GA. (S)
Strattman, K., Scherz, J., & Norris, R. (2012, November). Communication needs of
children with low-incidence disorders: A qualitative approach. Poster session
presented at the ASHA annual meeting, Atlanta, GA. (S)
Sechtem, P., Scherz, J., DiLollo, A., Medvene, L., Parham, D., Lebrun, N., & Martin, K.
(2012, November). Communication partner variables that influence supported
communication outcomes in aphasia. Poster session presented at the ASHA annual
meeting, Atlanta, GA. (S)
Scherz, J. & Dutton, L. (2011, November). iPads, apps, research and SLPs:
What are we doing? Seminar presented at the ASHA annualmeeting, San Diego, CA.
Kallail, K.J., Downs, D., Scherz, J., Zackula, R., & Sweet, D. (2011, October).
A preliminary study of communication disorders in adults with HIV/AIDS.
Poster session presented at the KUMC Faculty Research Forum, Kansas City, KS.
Kallail, K.J., Downs, D., Scherz, J., Zackula, R., & Sweet, D. (2011, October).
A preliminary study of communication disorders in adults with HIV/AIDS.
Session presented at the KUSM-W Faculty Research Retreat, Wichita, KS
Scherz, J., Dutton, L., Steiner, H., & Trost, J. (2011, January). What are we
thinking? Considerations about iSystem recommendations and use.
Poster session presented at the ASHA Special Interest Group 12 annual
Leadership Conference, Orlando, FL. (S)
Christopherson, S., McGlashen, R., Vogt, E., Scherz, J., & Goldberg, L. (2010,
November). Marketing our professions: Learning from a business competition.
Seminar presented at the ASHA annual meeting, Philadelphia, PA (S)
Scherz, J., Steiner, H., Trost, J., & Dutton, L. (2010, November). Smartphone
applications useful in communication sciences & disorders. Miniseminar
presented at the ASHA annual meeting, Philadelphia, PA. (S)
Tsai, M., Scherz, J., DiLollo, A., Coufal, K., Strattman, K., & Ellsworth, R. (2010,
November) Conversation contribution of AAC users and speaking partners.
Poster session presented at the ASHA annual meeting, Philadelphia, PA (S)
Sechtem, P., Scherz, J., & DiLollo, A. (2010, November). Using recursive frame
analysis methods to study communicative interactions. Poster session presented
at the ASHA annual meeting, Philadelphia, PA. (S)
Scherz, J., & DiLollo, A. (2010, November). Two cases of foreign accent syndrome.
Poster session presented at the ASHA annual meeting, Philadelphia, PA.
Tsai, M., Scherz, J., & DiLollo, A. (2009, November). Frame analysis of conversation
contribution of augmented and typical speakers. Technical session presented at
the ASHA annual meeting, New Orleans, LA. (S)
Scherz, J., Strattman, K., DiLollo, A., Richardson, K., & Kleysteuber, E. (2009, July).
It’s more than words: Communication opportunities in Angelman Syndrome.
Seminar presented at the Angelman Syndrome Foundation Conference, Orlando,
FL. (S)
Sechtem, P.R., & Scherz, J. (2008, November). The CAT process and discovery of
evidence: A critically appraised review of VitalStim therapy. Poster session
presented at the ASHA annual meeting, Chicago, IL. (S)
Scherz, J., Strattman, K., DiLollo, A., Richardson, K., & Kleysteuber, E. (2008,
November). A qualitative approach to researching communication behaviors
in low-incidence disorders. Technical session presented at the ASHA annual
meeting, Chicago, IL. (S)
Tsai, M., Scherz, J., & DiLollo, A. (2008, November). Mentoring Asian students
in U.S. communication sciences and disorders programs. Technical session
presented at ASHA annual meeting, Chicago, IL. (S)
Scherz, J., & DiLollo, A. (2008, October). Foreign accent syndrome: It’s no
laughing matter. Miniseminar presented at the KSHA annual meeting, Overland
Park, KS.
Finch, A., & Scherz, J. (2008, September). Adapted and traditional reading
assessments: Comparison of results. Poster session presented at the 2008 Rite Care
Conference, Washington, DC.
Tsai, M., Scherz, J., Lee, H., & Yi-Jen, C. (2008, August). Service provision
of AAC in Taiwan. Poster session presented at the ISAAC Biennial Meeting,
Montreal, Canada. (S)
Scherz, J., & Tsai, M. (2008, February). A service learning project in AAC. Poster
session presented at the ASHA Special Interest Division 12 annual Leadership
Conference, Long Beach, CA. (S)
Tsai, M., Scherz, J., Lee, H., & Yi-Jen, C. (2007, November). Service provision
of AAC in Taiwan. Poster session presented at the ASHA annual meeting,
Boston, MA. (S)
Tsai, M., Johnson, J., & Scherz, J. (2007, November). Graphic communication
facilitates development in communication acts and communicative functions. Poster
session presented at the ASHA annual meeting, Boston, MA. (S)
Tsai, M., & Scherz, J. (2007, November). Communication opportunities provided to
children with developmental delays in classrooms. Technical sessions presented at
the ASHA annual meeting, Boston, MA. (S)
Tsai, M., & Scherz, J. (2007, February). Communication opportunities presented to
children with special needs. Poster session presented at the ASHA Special Interest
Division 12 annual Leadership Conference, Atlanta, GA. (S)
Scherz, J., Kanekama, Y., Prezas, R., Taylor, J.S., & Tsai, M. (2006, November).
Webquests for speech-language pathology and audiology: Four examples.
Poster session presented at the ASHA annual meeting, Miami, FL. (S)
Scherz, J., & Finch, A. (2006, November). Evidence-based practice in AAC:
Developing CATs (critically appraised topics). Poster session presented at the
ASHA annual meeting, Miami, FL.
Scherz, J., & Finch, A. (2006, November). Lauren’s quest to be literate: A shared
four-year journey. Poster session presented at the ASHA annual meeting, Miami, FL.
Scherz, J., & Tsai, M. (2006, November). Adult preferences between two symbol sets:
Comparing Boardmaker and Overboard. Poster session presented at the ASHA
annual meeting, Miami, FL. (S)
Finch, A., & Scherz, J. (2006, September). Evidence-based practice: Principles and
examples. Miniseminar presented at the KSHA annual meeting, Wichita, KS.
Finch, A., & Scherz, J. (2006, September). Critically appraised topics: Examples from
AAC. Poster session presented at the KSHA annual meeting, Wichita, KS.
Tsai, M., & Scherz, J. (2006, September). Communication opportunities provided to
children with special needs: Preliminary data. Poster session presented at the KSHA
annual meeting, Wichita, KS. (S)
Finch, A., Scherz, J., & Fahey, R. (2006, January).Evaluating reading using traditional
and adapted assessments. Poster session presention at the annual ASHA Division 12
Leadership Conference, San Antonio, TX.
Scherz, J., & Finch, A. (2006, January). Using the Four Blocks program for literacy
development: A case study with a 14 year old individual who uses AAC. Poster
session presented at the annual ASHA Division 12 Leadership Conference, San
Antonio, TX.
Champley, J., Scherz, J., DiLollo, A., Apel, K., Rogers, M., & Ellsworth, R. (2005,
November). Reading materials and strategies used by typical older adults. Poster
session presented at the ASHA annual meeting, San Diego, CA. (S)
Self, T., Kordonowy, J., Moussavi, S., Harkness, K., & Scherz, J. (2005, November).
You’ve got mail!: A symbol-based email system. Poster session presented at the
ASHA annual meeting, San Diego, CA (S).
Scherz, J., Finch, A., & Fahey, R. (2005, October). Supporting literacy with technology:
Assessment and intervention tools and adaptations. Miniseminar presented at the
annual Closing the Gap conference, Minneapolis, MN.
Butler, R., & Scherz, J. (2005, October). Narrative abilities in old-old persons.
Poster session presented at the KSHA annual meeting, Overland Park, KS. (S)
Diemart, J., & Scherz, J. (2005, October). Validating the Ross Information Processing
Test (2nd Ed.) norms with typical adults. Poster session presented at the KSHA
annual meeting, Overland Park, KS. (S)
Finch, A., Fahey, R., & Scherz, J. (2005, October). Adapted and traditional reading
assessments: Comparison of results. Poster session presented at the Kansas
Speech-Language-Hearing Association annual meeting, Overland Park, KS.
Kline, K., & Scherz, J. (2005, October). Literacy development for an AAC user:
Lessons provided and learned. Poster session presented at the KSHA annual
meeting, Overland Park, KS. (S)
Schenk, H., & Scherz, J. (2005, October). A comparison of keyboard layouts for
literate adults. Poster session presented at the KSHA annual meeting, Overland
Park, KS. (S)
Scherz, J., & Finch, A. (2004, November). Technology supports for literacy
development for AAC users. Miniseminar presented at the American
Speech-Language Hearing Association annual meeting, Philadelphia, PA.
Scherz, J., Kordonowy, J., Chase, E., & Reber, K. (2004, November). Sending
books home: Experiences in a special-needs preschool program. Poster
session presented at the ASHA annual meeting, Philadelphia, PA. (S)
Scherz, J., & Knowles, M. (2004, November). Speech and language assessment of
patients with Huntington disease. Poster session presented at the ASHA
annual meeting, Philadelphia, PA. (S)
Champley, J., Scherz, J., & Ellsworth, R. (2004, November). Allied health
professionals’ ability to rate dysarthric speech. Poster session presented at the
ASHA annual meeting, Philadelphia, PA. (S)
Fahey, R., Finch, A., & Scherz, J. (2004, April). Technology supports for literacy
development. Technical session presented at the Council of Exceptional Children
annual meeting, New Orleans, LA.
Scherz, J.W., Kordonowy, J.J., Sayre, K., & Sieczkowski, L. (2003, November).
Adam’s maze: Seeking solutions for a severely apraxic child. Poster session
presented at the ASHA annual meeting, Chicago, IL. (S)
Hart, P., Scherz, J.W., Apel, K., & Hodson, B. (2003, November). Spelling and
AAC: Analysis of error patterns. Poster session presented at the ASHA annual
meeting, Chicago, IL. (S)
McAtee, K., Finch, A., & Scherz, J. (2003, November). Literacy assessment:
Adaptations for individuals who use AAC. Poster session presented at the
ASHA annual meeting, Chicago, IL. (S)
Scherz, J.W. (2003, November). Intelligibility of synthesized speech when output
parameters are varied. Poster session presented at the ASHA annual meeting,
Chicago, IL. (S)
Champley, J., Scherz, J.W., Rogers, N., & Rogers, M. (2003, November). Effects
of cognitive load on voice parameters in older adults. Technical session
presented at the ASHA annual meeting, Chicago, IL. (S)
Cardwell, J.L., & Scherz, J. (2003, October). Home alone or bust! Are we sure
they are ready? Poster session presented at the KSHA annual meeting,
Wichita, KS. (S)
Scherz, J.W., Strattman, K.H., Whiting, E., Buttermore, J., & Hall, S. (2002,
November). Cri-du-chat syndrome: Infant and pre-teen case studies. Poster
session presented at the ASHA annual meeting, Atlanta, GA. (S)
Scherz, J.W., & Triana, M. (2002, November). The Tinkertoy Test revisited. Poster
session presented at the ASHA annual meeting, Atlanta, GA. (S)
Apel, K., Champley, J., Cripps, J., Hart, P., Hodson, B.W., Mehta, Z., Ray, B.,
Scherz, J., Scudder, R.R., Self, T., Strattman, K., & Whiting, E. (2002,
November). Formative assessment in the university classroom: The CATs
meow. Miniseminar presented at the ASHA annual meeting, Atlanta, GA. (S)
Hart, P., Scherz, J., Datteri, D., & Schooler, S. (2002, November). Semantic
compaction strategies used by typical college students. Poster session
presented at the ASHA annual meeting, Atlanta, GA. (S)
Scherz, J., Finch, A., & Fahey, R. (2002, September). Technology supports for
literacy development. Breakout session presented at the Kansas Assistive
Technology Conference, Newton, KS.
Scherz, J., & Hart, P. (2002, September). Communication partners for AAC
users: Skills and strategies. Breakout session presented at the Kansas
Assistive Technology Conference, Newton, KS. (S)
Cripps, J.L., & Scherz, J.A. (2001, November). Supervisors' and clinical
fellows' perceptions of the clinical fellowship. Poster session presented
at the ASHA annual meeting, New Orleans, LA. (S)
Darter, P.A., Scherz, J., & Westby, C. (2001, November). AAC assessment
and intervention: An ethnomethodological case study. Poster session
presented at the ASHA annual meeting, New Orleans, LA. (S)
Champley, J.L., Hogan, K.A., & Scherz, J.W. (2001, October). Functional
communication in aphasic adults. Seminarpresented at the KSHA