Imposter Syndrome is a phenomenon that involves persistent feelings of self-doubt towards one’s abilities despite evidence of competence. Research on imposter syndrome within the field of speech-language pathology is scarce, indicating the presence of a research gap. Previous research within other fields indicates that imposter syndrome is prevalent in environments of high stress and achievement, making the student population particularly vulnerable to experiences of imposter syndrome. The aim of this study is to better understand the awareness of imposter syndrome (IS) among Speech, Language, and Hearing Science (SLHS) students and the ways it may manifest differently in SLHS undergraduate and graduate students. To address these aims, undergraduate and graduate SLHS students at the University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire were sent a Qualtrics survey containing various questions related to imposter syndrome. The anticipated outcome of this project is to understand whether UWEC SLHS undergraduate and graduate students report feeling IS and which characteristics of IS are frequently experienced in each student population. Ultimately, this could lead to strategies to support SLHS students in developing confidence so they can better support those they serve.
