Welcome to the Speakers Workshop
What We Do
Whether you’re preparing a class presentation or about to deliver a conference talk, the Speakers Workshop offers a slate of resources to help you present more effectively, authentically, and confidently. Click the blocks below to explore our different services.
Individual Consultations
Work one-on-one with a trained consultant to get personalized support.
Workshops
Learn more about our workshops and view our calendar.
Other Resources
Access and share additional resources for instructors and speakers.
Who We Are
The Speakers Workshop provides a low-stakes, peer-to-peer environment where students can hone their public voices. We don’t believe in a “one-size-fits-all” model of a “good” speaker. Effective communication is about connecting with your audience, and we support our diverse University community by adapting to each speaker’s individual needs. Our goal is to help speakers develop the skills necessary to be more effective, authentic, and confident communicators in any context or situation.
Support Students, Support the Speakers Workshop!
Your one-time or sustained donation goes toward expanding our resources, including available appointment hours in our various campus locations; collaborations with other units such as Engineering, Art & Design, Illinois Extension, and First-Gen Programs; professional development and research opportunities for student workers; and faculty training on communication pedagogy.