In a world where anyone can generate content and human connection at work is diminishing the real advantage belongs to those ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

In 2009, Aaron Beverly, then a college senior, was inspired to join a local Toastmasters International club — the non-profit organization that teaches public speaking skills — after being mesmerized ...

In a global and often competitive tech job market -- where recruiters can be inundated with thousands of applications for a single open position -- knowing which skills are in demand and improving ...

Whether you’re giving a speech to an audience, making a presentation to a client, or heading up a meeting, chances are you’ll have some nerves. Public speaking opens the door to public mistakes, which ...

Communicating your ideas clearly and presenting them openly in a public forum is an essential component of success across several domains of life. Being a good public speaker can help you advance your ...

Dorie Clark has spent most of her career speaking to audiences, yet identifies as an introvert. Here, she argues why public speaking is a great career path for introverts. When I tell people I’m an ...

Whether you’re stressed about your next class presentation, upcoming interview, or simply struggle with public speaking, the University of Virginia Speaking Center is the place to go. Funded by the ...