Delivering an Engaging Talk (VIRTUAL)

Name: Delivering an Engaging Talk (VIRTUAL)
Start: 2024-02-20T12:30:00-08:00
End: 2024-02-20T14:00:00-08:00
Location: Online Event

by Graduate Student Resource Center

Workshop Graduate Student Experience

Tue, Feb 20, 2024

12:30 PM – 2 PM PST (GMT-8)

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Do you love your research but cringe at the thought of speaking to large audiences? Do you get nervous thinking about upcoming presentations and conference talks? You are not alone, and we are here to help. This interactive workshop will show you how to deliver a compelling and engaging talk. We will discuss techniques to overcome nerves, use your voice effectively, and bring your ideas to life. This session will focus on how to connect with your audience and let your personality shine as you deliver your research pitch.

This workshop fulfills PART 3 of the Fundamentals in Public Speaking Certificate. Attendees must ensure that they are BOTH checked in AND checked out on Shoreline by one of our staff members in order for their attendance to count toward the certificate requirements. For more information, click here.

Food Provided (Light refreshments will be provided.)

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Bri McWhorter

Founder

Activate to Captivate

https://www.linkedin.com/in/brimcwhorter/

Bri McWhorter is a trained actor and the founder of Activate to Captivate, which is a communications company that specializes in using drama techniques to provide coaching in presentation skills, interview techniques, and interpersonal communication. Bri earned a BA in Theater and Performance Studies from UC Berkeley and went on to receive an MFA in Acting from UC Irvine.

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