Last night’s event will garner round the clock media attention for days to come. There are a number of important stories to follow: the historical significance of this election, how this election will change America’s status in the world, and what is in store for the President-elect. But for this post, I would like you [...]
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Sen. McCain’s Acceptance Speech @ RNC - Sept. 4, 2008
What a difference a week makes. As big a deal as Barack Obama’s acceptance speech was last week, the selection of Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin as Sen. McCain’s running mate has dominated the news cycle. From the news that her 17 year old daughter is 5 months pregnant, to coverage of the ‘troopergate’ scandal, and [...]
Speaking Center Workshops - Be sure to check these out
Announcing: Speaking Center Fall Workshops!
Each workshop below consists of a brief presentation on the topic, with opportunities for individual follow-up discussions in a relaxed atmosphere:
Speech Basics: Tuesday September 23 at 5 p.m.
Stumped on how to spice up your speeches? Let the Speaking Center help you think of fresh introductions, interesting transitions, and innovative PowerPoint to [...]
Obama’s Acceptance Speech - August 28, 2008
There is a very long backstory to tonight’s acceptance speech by Barack Obama. As over-exposed as he may appear to be, there are still many Americans who do not know much about Obama, and the acceptance speech is his opportunity to reintroduce himself to the American public, and outline what he feels they need to [...]
Welcome to Visual Rhetoric
Welcome to the blog for Comm 353: Visual Rhetoric taught by Dr. Anand Rao in Fall 2008. This blog will host course materials, student grade pages, as well as the blog entries for student comment (announced in class). The password for protected class pages will be provided in class. Student grade pages will be protected [...]