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Public Speaking Workshop

Wednesday, November 4 · 5:45 PM – 7:45 PM · Beltsville

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Enhance your public speaking and presentation skills to communicate with confidence and professionalism. We will cover speech organization, effective speaking techniques, audience engagement, and presentation delivery. Participants will develop and deliver their own speeches, practice voice, pacing, and nonverbal communication skills, and learn strategies for connecting with an audience. Wednesday October 7, 2026 at 5:45pm - 7:45 pm Session 1: Public Speaking Foundations Learn the fundamentals of public speaking, including choosing a topic, organizing your ideas, and managing your speaking time. Participants will work with experienced communication and leadership professionals to prepare a short introductory speech. Wednesday November 4, 2026 at 5:45pm - 7:45 pm Session 2: Putting It All Together: Crafting Effective Presentations Put your skills into practice by delivering your speech and applying the techniques learned throughout the series. Celebrate your progress, reflect on your experience, and evaluate your presentation skills. Wednesday December 2, 2026 at 5:45pm - 7:45 pm Session 3: Practicing Your Skills Strengthen your presentation skills through practice with voice, pacing, audience interaction, and confident delivery.

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