THE SPEAKING CENTER OPENS ON MONDAY, SEPT. 16

WHAT WE DO: The Speaking Center’s trained peer tutors can help with:

• Preparing, composing, and delivering speeches and presentations
• Selecting and narrowing down topics for public speaking
• Organizing, outlining, and drafting ideas
• Preparing visual aids and practicing delivery
• Navigating situational anxiety related to public speaking, stereotype threat, and/or impostor syndrome

Tutors can also advise on initiating difficult conversations and participating in interactive discussions.

We can accommodate students who need presentations to be recorded in a private venue for a small audience.

HOW TO SIGN UP TO VISIT: We are now using Starfish for scheduling! Please go here to book an appointment with a tutor.

WHERE WE ARE: The Speaking Center is located in Cowles Library, Room 039. Please follow the signs through the tutoring areas back to the SW corner.

WHAT TO EXPECT: Appointments are 30 minutes each. For the most productive session possible, students should bring information about the assignment or situation, and, if possible, notes on past public speaking experiences and current concerns.

IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS please contact Prof. Megan Brown, Director of Writing (megan.brown@drake.edu.

–Megan Brown, College of Arts and Science