"Many are the plans in a person's heart, but it is the Lord's purpose that prevails." Proverbs 19:21
Dr. Vanessa Johnston has been at East Texas Baptist University since 2019 and currently serves as an Assistant Professor of Speech-Language Pathology. Prior to her role as an assistant professor, she served in the Office of Academic Success and as an Adjunct Professor at ETBU. Vanessa earned a Bachelor of Science in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology from The University of Texas-Dallas, a Master of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Baylor University, a Master of Education in Special Education from Stephen F. Austin State University, and a Doctor of Speech-Language Pathology from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions. Vanessa holds a Texas License in Speech-Language Pathology and a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Prior to joining ETBU, Vanessa worked as a Speech-Language Pathologist for nine years. She has also served as a clinical fellowship supervisor and a graduate student supervisor. Her scholarly interests include speech sound disorders, childhood language, and supporting the well-being of undergraduate students. Vanessa has a passion for teaching and helping students to pursue God's calling in their lives.