CPS was established at Dickinson in 1998 as a response to the strong interest expressed by faculty, students, parents, and alumni. The center's mission is to enhance public speaking at Dickinson. In addition to hosting speech competitions, the center offers courses and workshops on public speaking. Employers in today's market are looking for excellent oral communication skills more than any other skill. Unfortunately, most people are quite uncomfortable at the prospect of speaking in public.
People fear speaking in public more than they fear dying.
The Center for Public Speaking exists to help students overcome their anxieties and become effective public speakers. Admission is free and the public is welcome to attend.