Bio
Dr. Catherine Showalter manages postdoctoral affairs at Iowa State University, overseeing onboarding/orientation, professional development, policy oversight and compliance, support services, and outcomes reporting. Catherine earned a BA in Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities and an MA and a PhD in Linguistics from the University of Utah. Prior to joining ISU in 2025, she served as a faculty member and leader in offices for High Impact Practices at other higher education institutions.
Contact for questions about:
- Postdoctoral scholars, including:
- Policy oversight and compliance
- Onboarding, orientation, and professional development
- Appointment management
- Support services and reporting