Hoos Speaking
August 26, 2022
New public speaking club at FM
A group of employees are launching a new club at Facilities Management aimed at improving public speaking and communication.
The new club, Hoos Speaking, is part of Toastmasters International, a nonprofit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs.
A demonstration meeting is set for noon-1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 14 in Skipwith Hall, Room 112 (upper-level large conference room). The FM club will then meet weekly from noon-1 p.m. on Wednesdays in the same room with an online option also available to attend virtually.
To sign-up to attend the demonstration meeting, contact Narges Sinaki by emailing ns4xq@virginia.edu.
Build confidence for your next speech or presentation. Toastmasters provides a fun, safe, and supportive environment for you to practice public speaking.
Participating in Toastmasters will allow you to:
- Improve your public speaking and communication
- Gain confidence when speaking in front of others
- Sharpen your leadership skills
- Enjoy a competitive advantage in your workplace
Jane Centofante
Communications senior generalist
UVA Facilities Management
(434) 982-5846
janecentofante@virginia.edu