COM 105 — Unscripted Presence: A Public Speaking Workshop
Quarter: Summer
Instructor(s): Lizzie Docel
Date(s): Jun 27
Class Recording Available: No
Class Meeting Day: Saturday
Grade Restriction: NGR only; no credit/letter grade
Class Meeting Time: 9:30 am—4:30 pm (PT)
Tuition: $315
Refund Deadline: Jun 20
Unit(s): 0
Enrollment Limit: 45
Status: Registration opens May 18, 8:30 am (PT)
Quarter: Summer
Day: Saturday
Duration: 1 day
Time: 9:30 am—4:30 pm (PT)
Date(s): Jun 27
Unit(s): 0
Tuition: $315
Refund Deadline: Jun 20
Instructor(s): Lizzie Docel
Grade Restriction: NGR only; no credit/letter grade
Enrollment Limit: 45
Recording Available: No
Status: Registration opens May 18, 8:30 am (PT)
Speaking in a meeting, interview, or formal presentation doesn’t have to feel scripted or stiff. This hands-on workshop offers a practical introduction to effective public speaking, with a focus on delivering well-prepared presentations with confidence and natural presence. Students develop skills that translate directly to job interviews, sales pitches, business meetings, and digital presentations. Through guided practice, they work across formal formats, such as informative and persuasive talks, while also strengthening their ability to respond effectively in Q&A and conversational moments. The workshop addresses speech anxiety, effective use of visual aids, and strategies for engaging both in-person and online audiences. By the end of the session, students leave with a clearer sense of their presenting strengths and practical tools they can apply immediately at work and beyond.