Outreach and public engagement

How universities can use civic engagement and collaboration to get local communities and the broader public involved in their work and generate positive impacts felt beyond the campus walls. These resources also explore effective ways to reach out and engage with school pupils and groups underrepresented in higher education to break down potential barriers to access.  

By Eliza.Compton, 29 May, 2024

Uncovering Indigenous insights: let’s research together

Maori woman weaving
Meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities requires researchers to shift away from conventional methodologies and towards more collaborative and participatory approaches. Here, Sarah Wiki-Bennett shares six key tenets
By Laura.Duckett, 14 May, 2024

Encourage civic participation by championing free speech

Students with their hands up in class
Instead of shying away from the challenges it presents, let’s embrace free speech as an opportunity for learning, growth and the continuous evolution of our academic spaces, writes Shubha HS
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5minutes
By kiera.obrien, 8 May, 2024

Four ways to defeat public speaking anxiety

Two people address a crowd; a display with pie charts is behind them
Even experienced academics can get anxious before public speaking. Fikrican Kayıkçı suggests four ways to approach speeches with confidence
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3minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 7 May, 2024

Taming anxiety around public speaking

Public speaking concept
Public speaking is a skill that inspires dread in many: fear of judgement, of making mistakes, of facing unpredictable circumstances. Here, Patty Raun draws on her experience as an actor to share tips for quelling the anxiety
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4minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 1 May, 2024

Practical ways to ease presentation nerves

Woman giving a presentation
One way to offset public-speaking anxiety is to have confidence in your presentation. Brandi Quesenberry shares the keys to making your presentation shine and ensuring that it is memorable, impactful and successful
Outreach and public engagement