Dr. Adams is a nationally certified and Vermont-licensed audiologist. She teaches audiology and undergraduate clinical coursework in the Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders. She provides clinical instruction and direct patient care at the Eleanor M. Luse Center for Communication, the university's on-campus non-profit speech, language and hearing clinic. Clinical specialties include auditory assessment, tinnitus management, treatment of hearing loss, and hearing aid fittings utilizing evidence-based practice. She mentors undergraduate students interested in pursuing an advanced degree in audiology and facilitates opportunities for audiology clinical internships. Dr. Adams holds the American Board of Audiology’s Certificate in Audiology Precepting (CH-AP) and coordinates the Department’s graduate audiology practicum experience. She participates in extensive service to the university, her profession, and the community alongside her clinical and academic work. Dr. Adams is the Chair of UVM’s College of Nursing & Health Sciences Curriculum Planning Committee and is a member of UVM’s Center on Aging Faculty Advisory Committee. Previously, she served on the Vermont Speech, Language, and Hearing Association (VSHA) Executive Board for several years, first as academic programs chair and then as the membership chair. She also served as an advisor and investigative team member for the Vermont Secretary of State Hearing Aid Advisory Board. Community outreach and education of other healthcare professionals has been an important focus more recently, with various presentations and activities around the state.