About Us

Lab Director

Restrepo, M. Adelaida, Ph.D., CCC-SLP

Professor & Chair 

Phone: 813.396.9123
Office: PCD 4021F

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Our lab is led by Dr. M. Adelaida (Laida) Restrepo, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Chair of the College of Communication Sciences and Disorders. Dr. Restrepo is renowned for her expertise in oral language, emergent literacy development, and preventing academic challenges in bilingual children. As a bilingual speech-language pathologist, she focuses her research on understanding and strengthening the language and literacy skills of bilingual children. Proud of her Colombian heritage, Dr. Restrepo brings a rich cultural perspective to her work, enriching our lab's mission and impact.

Education

Ph.D            University of Arizona                      1995

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M.A.            University of Massachussets          1985

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B.A              University of Florida                         1983

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AA/AS         Gainesville Community College      1981

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