Speaking
About Oral Communication Support
The Oral Communication Program provides opportunities for undergraduates, graduate students, and instructors to improve their presentation and communication skills.
Courses
![Tom Freeland lecturing CTL 115/215, Voice Workshop](/was/20140911222256im_/https://hume.stanford.edu/sites/g/files/sbiybj20391/files/styles/medium_square/public/media/image/ctl115_w13_freeland_voice_workshop_8_sq_0.jpg?h=65a84bb7&itok=hRNO1j5J)
In these courses in Oral Communication, students refine their public speaking skills and enhance their general facility and confidence in oral expression
Workshops
![OCT Teresa Nguyen conducts a speaking skills workshop](/was/20140911222256im_/https://hume.stanford.edu/sites/g/files/sbiybj20391/files/styles/medium_square/public/media/image/snapshot_5_3-4-2013_10-36_am_2_0.jpg?h=b1967d3f&itok=__3LYPHW)
We work directly with departments and campus organizations to offer specialized workshops. We also conduct regular workshops including T.E.A. and Vocal Yoga.
See a Tutor
![OCT Tessa Smith welcomes students to the center while seated on a large couch.](/was/20140911222256im_/https://hume.stanford.edu/sites/g/files/sbiybj20391/files/styles/medium_square/public/media/image/oct_tessa_smith_welcome_0.jpg?h=c2ef2679&itok=DXLbDBlX)
Meet with an Oral Communication Tutor (OCT) to: brainstorm, rehearse your presentation, videotape your speech, design effective visual aids, reduce speech anxiety, or practice your job interview
Become a Tutor
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Oral Communication Tutor applications for the 2020-2021 academic year are currently closed but please check back in Winter 2021 for 2021-22 academic year applications.