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The Speaking Studio + much more!

Whether you want help with your upcoming speech/presentation, podcast, or video, we’re here to address your communication needs. Find your voice.

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Speaking Studio

Schedule In-person and Online Appointments Now
Our peer consultants can help you with any stage of the speech-making process: topic selection, research, organizing, outlining, and delivery. We’re also here to support you with public speaking anxiety.
In-person (Clare Hall 018) Mon.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Friday 10 a.m.-2 p.m.*
Online appointments Mon.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-8 p.m. | Friday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Sunday afternoon hours vary.
*There are gaps in our in-person hours 2020-21 schedule due to COVID.**
Podcast Room

Our newly paneled podcast room includes all the equipment you need to begin podcasting! We can help you with planning, software guidance, and other steps to get started.
Media Lab

Need Illustrator, Photoshop, Audition, or Premiere for your visual, video, radio, or graphic design projects? Visit our lab to use the Adobe Creative Cloud!
Film Studio

Want to create a talk show or record a video? Reserve our film studio! Just stop by Clare Hall 20A to see Leah or email us at speakingstudio@marian.edu.
Equipment

We have camcorders, microphones, and other multimedia supplies for you to rent. We even have selfie ring lights for your TikTok videos! Check out our offerings here.

Hours and Location

Speaking Studio, Clare Hall 018.

In-person (Clare Hall 018)	Mon.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. \| Friday 10 a.m.-2 p.m.*
Online appointments	Mon.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-8 p.m. \| Friday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. \| Sunday afternoon hours vary.

*There are gaps in our in-person 2020-21 schedule due to COVID.

Walk-ins are also welcome.

We are using Microsoft Teams for online appointments, so please be logged into your Marian Outlook account and follow these directions before your appointment to ensure your computer/phone is ready.

Schedule In-person and Online Appointments Now

Media Lab, Clare Hall 020

Walk-ins, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
except for: M 10-11 a.m., T/Th 2-5 p.m., W 2-3 p.m., and these times for April 12-16th: M/W/F 12 p.m.-12:50 p.m.

Podcast Room/Student Media, Clare Hall 021B

Available by reservation only. Current students, staff, and faculty are all eligible. During the 2020-2021 academic year, only one person is allowed in the podcast room at a time. Contact Leah Williams in person (see below) or by email at speakingstudio@marian.edu to reserve.

Film Studio, Clare Hall 21A

Available by reservation only. Current students, staff, and faculty are all eligible. Contact Leah Williams in person (see below) or by email at speakingstudio@marian.edu to reserve.

Communication Center Director, Leah Williams, Clare Hall 020A

Come here for access to the podcast room, to check out multimedia equipment, and to ask questions about the speaking studio and our other resources.

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Services for Students
Speaking Studio Consultations
Meet one-on-one with a peer consultant for help with all stages of the speech-development process: brainstorming and research, outlining, and delivery. We also offer strategies for dealing with public speaking anxiety. Our regular consultation options include:
- In-person appointments.
- Online appointments.
- Bilingual appointments in Spanish (online and in-person).
- Mock interviews. We’ve partnered with the Exchange to offer you practice for your upcoming internship, scholarship, or job interview!
Schedule In-person and Online Appointments Now
We do not provide interpersonal communication assistance but welcome inquiries about and cohosting/participating in events on such topics. Email speakingstudio@marian.edu for more.
Services for Students, Faculty, and Staff

Podcasting Room
Amplify your voice by developing your own podcast! We can help you with honing your focus, developing your script, recording, and editing. Just stop by Clare Hall 20A to see Leah/email us at speakingstudio@marian.edu. See Events and Resources sections for more.
Media Lab
Want a space to create animation, design a flyer, or develop a video? Access the Adobe Creative Cloud in our lab.
Walk-ins: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
except for M 10-11 a.m., T/TH 2-5 p.m., W 2-3 p.m.
*On April 12-26th the media lab will not be available M/W/F 12-12:50 p.m..
Starting next fall, we are interested in hiring student tutors to assist those using these programs in the lab and for workshops. If you think that sounds like you, contact us at speakingstudio@marian.edu.
Film Studio
Create your own video talk show in our new film studio! Just stop by Clare Hall 20A to ask Leah or email us at speakingstudio@marian.edu to reserve the space.
Multimedia Equipment Rental
We have camcorders, microphones, tripods, and other equipment for you to rent. We even have selfie ring lights for your TikTok videos! Check out our offerings here. Reserve through speakingstudio@marian.edu.
Seminars/Workshops
Our Spring 2021 schedule will be posted soon! We will be talking about Canva and podcasting this semester. See Events section for more.
Services for Faculty
- Classroom visits: A consultant/our director will visit your class to explain our offerings.
- Personalized classroom visits (email speakingstudio@marian.edu to develop).
- Class visits to the studio **On hold during COVID.**
- Videos for your class. (Current videos include advice for students on communicating with professors. We are developing a library of student speeches.)
- Collaborations on events.

Events

Our Spring 2021 schedule will be posted here and on Connect soon! We will be talking about Canva and podcasting this semester.

Resources

You can find details on upcoming events, tips on public speaking, and other communication advice on our Instagram and Facebook page.

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Staff

Leah Williams
Communication Center Director
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Hadley Hawkins
Senior Consultant
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Mariangel Morales
Bilingual Consultant
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Celeste Davis
Consultant
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Jules Frisby
Consultant
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Timothy Hosford
Consultant
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Deena Miller
Consultant
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Nate Rodenburg
Consultant
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Natalie Rund
Consultant
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Lucy Wahnsiedler
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Carrie White
Consultant
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Leah Williams

Leah Williams manages the speaking studio and media lab. She majored in history and English at Indiana University and earned an MFA in creative nonfiction from the University of Iowa. After moving to the East Coast, Leah taught a range of rhetoric/composition, business writing, and creative writing courses at the University of New Hampshire, including digital storytelling and humor. She also trained new teaching assistants in her role as associate director of composition and shared strategies for teaching digital assignments in her faculty TechTalks. Leah's passion is helping students realize their vision, whether that's writing and performing their speeches or creating a podcast or video. She has loved public speaking since her first year of high school, when she forgot her speech at Indiana's state tournament and discovered that mistakes fueled her creativity—and sense of humor.

Celeste Davis

Hey, all, my name is Celeste Davis! I'm from the outskirts of Indianapolis but have called Marian my home for the past three years. I currently am a junior communication major with a PR concentration and a minor in sociology. Despite this being my first year as a speaking studio consultant, talking comes naturally to me, and I'm incredibly excited for the opportunity to work with people in hopes they'll love public speaking as much as I do! Outside of being a speaking studio consultant, I am going into my third year as an MU speech and debate member along with being heavily involved with the 21st Century Scholars program. Other than that, I love cracking jokes with friends and having a good time!

Jules Frisby

Hey there, my name is Jules Frisby. I’m a freshman majoring in political science and minoring in French and math. After my studies are done for the day, I play video games, watch movies, read books, and . . . you get the idea; I’m a huge nerd. This is (obviously) my first year working at the speaking studio, so I’m excited to get to know you all!

Hadley Hawkins

Hello, my name is Hadley Hawkins. I'm a junior elementary education major, with a double-minor in political science and communication. One interesting thing about me is that I love pop-punk music and formerly attended Vans Warped Tour every summer. Hope to see you in the studio!

Timothy Hosford

I am a religious education and English major from Dayton, Ohio. I’m joining the speaking studio stage this year as a second-year competitor on Marian's speech and debate team. I hope to serve the Marian community by bringing my performing experience and positive attitude to aid you in your speech's journey. I specialize in writing and interpretive speaking and am excited to help you grow in your public-speaking skills.

Deena Miller

Hi, everyone! My name is Deena, and I am currently a second-semester junior in the nursing program. I am also a part of the speech and debate team here at Marian, and this will be my third year on the team. I have a passion for helping people and ensuring they reach their full potential. A fun fact about me is that I love listening to music and podcasts. I look forward to seeing you in the studio!

Nate Rodenburg

Hi! My name is Nate Rodenburg, and I'm a sophomore consultant here at the speaking studio. I am working toward becoming a secondary education history teacher, and I'm also a part of the Marian speech and debate team. I've been getting into Dungeons and Dragons recently and have been using it to practice writing narratively. Anyway, can't wait to see some of you in the studio!

Mariangel Morales

Hi! My name is Mariangel Morales, and I'm from Venezuela, but I have been living for the past three and a half years in Indianapolis, IN. I'm a first-year nursing student, speech and debate team member, and Student Nurses’ Association executive board member. I really enjoy reading and painting when I'm not studying or spending time with my family.

Natalie Rund

My name is Natalie Rund, and I am a first-year here at Marian University. I am studying elementary education with hopes of a minor in psychology. This is my first year on the Marian speech and debate team, but I have been a part of speech for eight years prior. I love to listen to music, watch YouTube, and snuggle with my beautiful, amazing dog, Zeke. I am excited to get into the studio and work with you.

Lucy Wahnsiedler

Welcome to the speaking studio! I am a junior San Damiano Scholar and Presidential Ambassador majoring in communication with graphic design and pastoral leadership minors. Public speaking has been an integral part of my life since I was very young, having written and delivered all types of speeches and presentations in both large and small group settings, including the Indianapolis Zoo, my parish, and government events. As co-leader of a 4-H resume project, I advise high school and college applicants preparing for their speeches, interviews, and professional appearances before a panel of scholarship selectors. I am excited to work with students on their speeches and presentations!

Carrie White

My name is Carrie White, and I am a sophomore consultant at the speaking studio! I am a communication major with minors in writing and peace and justice. When I'm not in the studio helping students fine-tune their speeches, I am usually working with Campus Ministry or working on homework in Alumni. I love hiking, reading, and spending time with friends!

Code of Ethics

Our consultants' commitment to one another, to our peers, and to our community is to:

Act in a way that promotes trust.
Hold each other accountable.
Serve one another with respect.
Engage the whole person.
Cultivate an inclusive and safe space.
Maintain open communication.
Respect the rights and confidentiality of every student and consultation.

Through these standards, we can all act in good faith as ambassadors of the Marian University Communication Center.

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Communication Center
Located in the lowest level of Clare Hall, next to Campus Operations

The Speaking Studio + much more!

Speaking Studio

Podcast Room

Media Lab

Film Studio

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Hours and Location

Our Services

Services for Students

Speaking Studio Consultations

Services for Students, Faculty, and Staff

Podcasting Room

Media Lab

Film Studio

Multimedia Equipment Rental

Seminars/Workshops

Services for Faculty

Events

Resources

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Code of Ethics

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Find everything A - Z

Communication Center Located in the ​lowest level of Clare Hall, next to Campus Operations

The Speaking Studio + ​much ​more!

Hours and Location

Our Services

Speaking Studio Consultations

Podcasting Room

Media Lab

​Film Studio

Multimedia Equipment Rental

Seminars/Workshops

Events

Resources

Staff

Code of Ethics

Can't Find What You're Looking For?

Communication Center
Located in the lowest level of Clare Hall, next to Campus Operations

The Speaking Studio + much more!

Film Studio