Speaking in front of people can make us nervous even in our first language, so it can be even worse in a foreign language because we have less control over what we’re saying. Learn from experts about ...

No one who knows me well would say that I am short on words, unable to keep up my end of a conversation, or reluctant to ...

Public speaking: these two little words can drive fear into the hearts of so many of us. Whether talking in front of a live audience for an event or communicating effectively on a Zoom call at work, ...

Commencement speaker Kayleigh An Philip '24 earned her BA in Communication with a minor in esports. For some, speaking in front of a crowd can be exhilarating. For others, it can feel paralyzing. The ...

Ancient Greece is said to have been “the golden age of rhetoric” because philosophers like Aristotle and Plato believed that citizens should be skilled in the art of public speaking. Of course, the ...

When Chris Obolensky arrived at the University of Virginia three years ago, he was surprised to learn that that there was no place on Grounds that focused specifically on helping students hone their ...

The fear of public speaking is a common and understandable one. However, it can also be extremely powerful when used in the right context. Public speaking has the power to influence and move audiences ...

There are few things more dreaded than public speaking, in no small part because those who have it thrust upon them may have no previous experience communicating with a crowd. So it stands to reason ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Speaking in public is hard. You have to know what you’re saying ...

Talking in front of a group comes naturally for some people. For others, public speaking is a skill that they have to develop over time. Then, there are people who cannot bring themselves to do it at ...

The College of Arts and Sciences is launching new public speaking courses for Spring 2024, which students can now register for at their respective registration times. The courses are still undergoing ...