Campus Resources
Classes
Writing
Voice
100
This is where you can find your professors for help outside of the class
What are office hours
100
A good subject to to take that will improve ones public speaking
What are Communication classes Ex: COM 225 (public speaking)
100
This is a simple sketch of your speech that keeps all of your ideas and information organized
What is an outline
100
The speed at which your thoughts are put together out loud
What is pace
200
Where you go to get help on writing a speech or presentation for class
What is the writing center
200
An area to take classes in to help with writing
What are English classes. Ex: ENG 216 persuasive writing on public issues
200
The page with your cited sources for your speech or essay
What is a bibliography
200
Speaking your words clearly and using proper pronunciation
What is articulation
300
These groups are a good resource for getting involved and networking
What are clubs and organizations
300
These types of classes are general classes that introduce you to a subject
What are lower division classes
300
Write your main points down on these to help you keep your speech organized
What are notecards
300
Control your breathing, Know your material, Get rid of any excess energy, Be confident, Raise your voice, Make eye contact, Stand up straight, Slow down and remember to breath
What are 8 techniques to improve public speaking
400
Where you can go to develop your communication, and presentation skills
What is CALL(communication assessment learning lab)
400
These classes can help with how to present yourself and speak in front of people (and are a fun elective!)
What are Theatre classes Ex: THF 101 Introduction to acting
400
These are overused expressions, ideas or elements of an artistic form that shouldn’t be overused
What are cliches
400
The variation of pitch in your voice
What is inflection