{"id":23354,"date":"2026-07-01T14:08:33","date_gmt":"2026-07-01T18:08:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/?page_id=23354"},"modified":"2026-11-10T12:33:01","modified_gmt":"2026-11-10T17:33:01","slug":"speaking","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/speaking\/","title":{"rendered":"Speaking Studio"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"cl-wrapper cl-hero-wrapper\"><div class=\"cl-hero   cl-has-accessibility-controls\"><div class=\"cl-hero-proper\"><div class=\"overlay\"><div class=\"block\"><h1>The Speaking Studio<\/h1><\/div><\/div><div class=\"still\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1063\/Study-habits-presentation.jpeg);\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-controls-container\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-controls\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-icon\" title=\"Accessibility controls\">Accessibility controls<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control cl-accessibility-motion-control cl-accessibility-control-hidden\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-default\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-button\" title=\"Pause motion\">Pause motion<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-label\">Motion: <span class=\"cl-accessibility-syntax\">On<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-alternate\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-button\" title=\"Play motion\">Play motion<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-label\">Motion: <span class=\"cl-accessibility-syntax\">Off<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control cl-accessibility-contrast-control\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-default\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-button\" title=\"Increase text contrast\">Increase text contrast<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-label\">Contrast: <span class=\"cl-accessibility-syntax\">Standard<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-alternate\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-button\" title=\"Reset text contrast\">Reset text contrast<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-label\">Contrast: <span class=\"cl-accessibility-syntax\">High<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-system-setting\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-toggle\" title=\"Apply my preferences site-wide\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-toggle-label\">Apply site-wide<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n<section class=\"cl-wrapper cl-notice-wrapper\"><div class=\"cl-notice\" data-hash=\"810224df459125b544cdc3c8f479820a\"><h1>11\/11\/26 Update<\/h1>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">AEC offices and services will be closed on Veterans Day (November 11, 2026). Please email aec@etal.uri.edu with any questions!<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1063\/Resize-image-project-November-09-2026-at-10.04.34-2-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-23954\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1063\/Resize-image-project-November-09-2026-at-10.04.34-2-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1063\/Resize-image-project-November-09-2026-at-10.04.34-2-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1063\/Resize-image-project-November-09-2026-at-10.04.34-2-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1063\/Resize-image-project-November-09-2026-at-10.04.34-2-364x273.jpeg 364w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1063\/Resize-image-project-November-09-2026-at-10.04.34-2-500x375.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1063\/Resize-image-project-November-09-2026-at-10.04.34-2-1000x750.jpeg 1000w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1063\/Resize-image-project-November-09-2026-at-10.04.34-2.jpeg 1261w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1261\" height=\"946\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1063\/speaking-planning.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-23845\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1063\/speaking-planning.jpeg 1261w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1063\/speaking-planning-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1063\/speaking-planning-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1063\/speaking-planning-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1063\/speaking-planning-364x273.jpeg 364w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1063\/speaking-planning-500x375.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1063\/speaking-planning-1000x750.jpeg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1261px) 100vw, 1261px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<section class=\"cl-wrapper cl-notice-wrapper\"><div class=\"cl-notice\" data-hash=\"fe915b0e01e126577892f4f405b5035f\"><h1>Fall 2026 Schedule<\/h1>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mon. 10am &#8211; 6pm<br>Tues. 10 &#8211; 11:30am, 2 &#8211; 6pm<br>Wed. 10am &#8211; 6pm<br>Thurs. 2:30 &#8211; 6pm<br>Fri. 10am &#8211; 2pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Appointments are recommended to ensure availability.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Welcome to the AEC Speaking Studio!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>AEC Speaking Studio<\/strong>, located in Roosevelt Hall room 21, is open to all URI undergraduate students. Our goal is to help you develop confidence, clarity, and effectiveness in spoken communication skills in a welcoming, collaborative environment. Work with peer speaking consultants to plan, prepare, and practice for any public speaking situation, across academic and professional contexts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you are rehearsing for an individual speech, preparing for a group presentation, or getting ready for an interview, speaking consultants provide personalized feedback and suggestions in one-on-one and small group practice sessions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Speaking Consultants Can Help You:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Rehearse individual or group presentations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prepare for interviews<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Organize and communicate ideas clearly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improve delivery skills (confidence, pacing, body language, and eye contact)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gain confidence to participate in class discussions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduce anxiety about public speaking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>And more!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check in for all appointments at AEC Lower Level Reception, located in Roosevelt Hall 20 (at the end closest to the library). Speaking Studio sessions take place next door in Roosevelt 21.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<section class=\"cl-wrapper cl-panel-wrapper\"><div class=\"cl-panel  \"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1063\/Image-1.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/figure><article>\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Schedule<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Schedule a 25- or 50-minute appointment via <strong>AEC TutorTrac<\/strong> on <a href=\"https:\/\/myapplications.microsoft.com\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/myapplications.microsoft.com\/\">Microsoft Apps<\/a>. See our <a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/scheduling\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/scheduling\/\">How to Schedule an AEC Visit<\/a> page for more detailed instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n<a class=\"cl-button  \" href=\"https:\/\/myapplications.microsoft.com\/\" title=\"\">book a speaking consultation<\/a>\n<\/article><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/meet-our-speaking-consultants\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1063\/Speaking-Studio-staff.jpeg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Meet the Speaking Staff<\/h2><p>Visit our Meet the Staff page to learn more about the peer consultants you&#8217;ll work with at the Speaking Studio!<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">Meet the speaking consultants<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/people\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1063\/hall.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Visit Us in Roosevelt Hall <\/h2><p>If you have questions or would like assistance scheduling, visit AEC Lower Level Reception in Roosevelt 20 or call 401-874-5839.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">contact the AEC<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSeskIu9FtvZt6O4plsB0e_9lrhxOvWwnAjCawNse_nx9eMdHw\/viewform?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=109021672373643057624\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1063\/Resize-image-project-November-09-2026-at-10.04.34-6.jpeg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Class Visits &amp; Workshops<\/h2><p>Request a brief (10 minute) overview of services, or even a workshop tailored to the needs of your group. <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">request a visit<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/work\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1063\/Speaking-Studio-prep.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Work at the Speaking Studio<\/h2><p>Speaking consultant applications will be available starting in mid-spring (March\/April) for fall semester positions.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">work at the aec<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome to the AEC Speaking Studio! 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