Dr. Dania Rishiq, Ph.D.
Department: Communication Disorders, Audiology Program
Education/Degree(s):
2013 Ph.D., Speech and Hearing Science, University of Tennessee Health Science Center
2008 M.A., Audiology, University of Tennessee
2003 B.Sc., Communication Sciences and Disorders, Applied Science University, Jordan
Postdoctoral Training:
2015–2016 Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Audiology
Section, Mayo Clinic Florida
Teaching: 2026
Hearing and Speech Science
Psychoacoustics and Speech Perception
Pediatric and Adult Aural Rehabilitation
Geriatric Audiology
Research Mentorship and Doctor of Audiology Student Research
Research and Clinical Expertise/Interests:
Dr. Dania Rishiq is an audiology researcher and educator whose work explores the complex
relationships among hearing, the brain, cognition, and everyday function. Her research
interests include auditory neuroscience and electrophysiology, with particular interest
in the brainstem encoding of speech and other complex auditory signals. Her work also
examines speech perception in challenging listening environments, audiovisual communication,
cognitive factors that influence listening, and the connections among hearing, mobility,
balance, and fall risk. She is particularly interested in translating research findings
into practical approaches that enhance audiologic rehabilitation, patient-centered
communication, and hearing care.
Dr. Rishiq is actively involved in mentoring Doctor of Audiology students in research and scholarly projects, with an emphasis on engaging students in the research process and helping future audiologists integrate scientific evidence into clinical practice.
Professional Leadership & Service:
School of Health Professions Community Engagement Committee — Chair, 2025–Present
School of Health Professions Grants and Research Committee — Committee Member, 2024–Present
Audiology Admissions Committee — Committee Member, 2024–Present