Learn practical strategies to speak with confidence about your research and other topics, using verbal and nonverbal techniques that inspire and influence any audience.
Workshop on “How to Capture and Sustain Your Audience Through Effective and Dynamic Speech"
Workshop on "How to Capture and Sustain Your Audience Through Effective and Dynamic Speech"
About the program
How to Capture and Sustain Your Audience Through Effective and Dynamic Speech is an in-person, highly interactive workshop designed for PhD students and researchers at NOVA University Lisbon who want to strengthen their public speaking skills.
Led by Terry Gipson, Preceptor in Public Speaking and Strategic Communication at the Harvard College Writing Program, the session will explore practical verbal and nonverbal techniques to help participants communicate with confidence, engage different audiences, and present their research more effectively.
With over 25 years of experience in communication, public relations, higher education, and public service, Terry Gipson brings a strong professional background to this workshop, combining academic expertise with real-world communication practice.
Program Details
- Date: Monday, March 16, 2026
- Format: In person
- Time: 11:00 AM- 12:00 PM
- Venue: Senate Room, Rectorate of NOVA University Lisbon
Speakers
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Terry GipsonPreceptor in Public Speaking and Strategic Communication at Harvard College Writing ProgramKnow more here
Registration
Participation is limited to 35 attendees.
Apply here: [Registration form]
Location
The session will be held at the Senate Room, Rectorate of NOVA University Lisbon on the Campolide Campus.
Transports
Metro: S. Sebastião (Blue and Red Line); Praça de Espanha (Blue Line)
Bus (Carris): 701, 713, 716, 726, 742, 746, 756, 758, 770