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Marist Public Speaking Club

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About Our Club

Marist Public Speaking Club is an organization open to all students interested in developing their communication, presentation, and leadership abilities through the art of public speaking. The mission of our club is to foster confidence, clarity, and organization in speech while creating a supportive environment that encourages personal and professional growth.

The Marist Public Speaking Club hosts regular workshops, speech sessions, and collaborative events designed to strengthen members' skills in public speaking, persuasion, and delivery. Members will also have the opportunity to participate in campus-wide events, competitions, and community outreach initiatives that promote effective communication across all disciplines.

Executive Board Members:

President: Matthew McCann

  • Serves as the leading advocate between the general members and the executive board, faculty advisor, SGA, and Marist. In charge of planning and executing general member meetings and events with the help of the V.P., Goal-setting for the academic year, and the trajectory of the club.

Vice President: Anna Talamini

  • Responsible for coordinating and planning with the President and overseeing the general meetings and events. Assist in setting up speaker events, and they will be in direct contact with the advisor (giving updates or asking for advice).

Secretary: Sophia Cignarella

  • Responsible for communication between the members and the e-board. Takes attendance through Marist's ClubDash.

Treasurer: Garrett Zaremba

  • Manage funds and determine an annual budget for all events and checks to make sure that the club stays within the allotted amount. These expenses could include workshops, speaker events, and other similar activities.

Meeting Times

This club meets weekly. Meeting times and location will be determined at the start of the year.

Earn Priority Points through Clubs and Activities

To earn one (1) point: Members must attend a minimum of 50% of club/organization meetings for the semester and 50% of club/organization activities.

To earn two (2) points: Members must attend a minimum of 50% of club/organization meetings for the semester and 75% of club/organization activities, PLUS the community service event.

To earn three (3) points (executive board only): Officers must attend 50% of club meetings for the semester and 100% of club activities, including community service. If executive board members do not complete all of the requirements to earn three points, they will be eligible to receive up to two points based on the above criteria.

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