UOWD to host national public speaking competition

Contestants will vie for top speaker honours in six competitive categories: Public Address, Impromptu speaking, Extemporaneous speaking, Radio Newsreading and two categories of Storytelling, traditional and original.

Tournament organizer, Melissa Bos, a lecturer from UOWD stated "this event will showcase the public speaking talent of students from across the UAE. The variety of categories will provide an exciting and challenging format for students of all backgrounds".

Community-based sponsors are providing not only prizes, but also internship or corporate experiences to winners. FirstNet, the key sponsor, will award the prestigious Public Address winner a cash prize and an extended subscription to FirstNet channels. Khaleej Times, 104.8 Channel 4FM, Shapes Health Club and Magrudy's will provide prize packs plus internship experiences.

The final rounds and award ceremony will take place in the Dubai Knowledge Village auditorium on 16th February at 3.30 pm.

"We are pleased to sponsor this event which provides a forum for university students to share their thoughts and ideas as well as demonstrate their pubic speaking skills," said Dr Abdulla Al Karam, CEO Dubai Knowledge Village.

Wessen Rawazik, Manager of Knowledge Village Department of Student Services and Programs stated "Knowledge Village is pleased to support inter-collegiate events that promote student opportunity and academic growth."