The Speaking Studio | College of Communication & Information Sciences

Who We Are

Located in room 166 of Reese Phifer Hall, the Speaking Studio is a campus wide resource dedicated to helping students, faculty and community partners enhance their public speaking, presentation and oral communication skills.

Calm Public Speaking Anxiety:

Does speaking in front of an audience feel overwhelming? You are not alone. Whether it’s managing pre-presentation jitters or learning techniques to stay grounded under pressure, our consultants will guide you through practical strategies to calm your anxiety and speak with clarity and confidence.

Craft Effective Messages:

Behind every great presentation is a thoughtful and impactful message.
Whether you’re brainstorming topic ideas or fine-tuning structure and content, our consultants are here to guide you. We’ll meet you wherever you are in the process to ensure your speech, presentation, pitch, or project delivers a clear and compelling message, tailored to the audience you hope to reach.

Cultivate Dynamic Delivery:

Effective communication isn’t just about what you say, but how you say it. Our consultants are experts at helping you master the art of delivery, ensuring tone, body language, and pacing align with your message to captivate audiences and leave a lasting impression.

We aim to help students calm public speaking anxiety, clarify and craft effective messages and cultivate dynamic delivery.

Make an Appointment

Speaking Studio appointments are designed to help you succeed in all areas of public speaking. Whether you’re refining a presentation, organizing ideas for a group project, preparing for an upcoming interview, or building confidence in front of an audience, our consultants are trained to support you.

With personalized feedback and tailored strategies-ranging from content organization to mastering delivery techniques – we’re committed to helping you achieve your communication goals, whether it’s your first speech or your 100th.

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How to Make an Appointment

How to Prepare for Your Appointment

To get the most out of your session, come prepared with clear objectives. Think about what you’d like to focus on—whether it’s sharpening your content, practicing delivery, or overcoming anxiety. Our consultants are here to provide personalized guidance, and a solid plan ensures your appointment is as productive as possible!

Workshops

We offer a diverse range of workshops designed to bring the expertise of the Speaking Studio directly to your classroom. Our consultants can guide your students through interactive sessions on delivering effective presentations, overcoming speaking anxiety, or crafting a compelling elevator pitch. Need something more specific? We’re also happy to customize workshops to meet the unique needs of your class, ensuring students gain practical skills to excel in any communication setting.