Do you have an oral presentation due in class? Need to prepare for an oral exam? Do you feel shy about speaking in your seminar? Do you need help writing a speech for an important extra-curricular meeting? Come get free and confidential coaching from an undergraduate Speaking Tutor! The undergraduate Speaking Tutor program is a collaboration between the Harvard College Writing Program and the Program for Speaking and Learning at the Derek Bok Center. The Speaking Tutors are available to help their fellow undergraduates prepare for oral presentations, oral exams, speeches, debates, recitations, or any other public speaking assignment in the classroom, or for extra-curricular activities. The tutors provide coaching and feedback on all areas of public speaking including constructing and organizing persuasive arguments, engaging with an audience, and using the voice and body effectively. The Speaking Tutors are selected from a highly competitive pool of applicants— students who have been specially trained through the Public Speaking Practicum course. They are chosen not only for their own excellent public speaking skills, but also for their ability to teach and coach others with empathy and passion.
MEET THE TUTORS
Addie Rose Bullock ‘24 is a junior in Leverett House studying Government. She is a member of the Varsity Swimming and Diving team and was a Peer Advising Fellow. Addie Rose confirmed her love for public speaking in her Expos 40 class, and excels at interviews, presentations, discussions and Expos 40 speeches! Whether you are brainstorming ideas, preparing for an interview, or fine-tuning your speech, Addie Rose is excited to work with you! Make an appointment with Addie Rose.
Willem Ebbinge ‘24 is a senior in Eliot House studying Economics and Psychology. He is a member of the men’s varsity soccer team and a Student Academic Integrity Fellow on the Honor Council. Willem thoroughly enjoyed his time with Professor Zach Stuart in Expos 40 and looks forward to helping others on their public speaking journeys. Willem is more than happy to help students prepare for speeches, interviews, debates, and presentations, and is keen to have a good time doing so! Make an appointment with Willem.
Vincent Hock '25 is a junior in Cabot House studying Computer Science and History. On campus, he spends his time as the data scientist for the Harvard Men's Varsity Soccer Team and was formerly a student manager at Harvard Student Agencies. A Boston local, Vincent first discovered his passion for public speaking through his high school's long-standing tradition of "Declamation" and reaffirmed that passion in Expos 40. Whether it's talking through outlines, working on tone and delivery, or smoothing out the edges of a completed presentation, Vincent loves the collaborative process of perfecting your speeches together! Make an appointment with Vincent.
Rasmee Ky '24 is a junior in Lowell House concentrating in Economics with a secondary in Philosophy. This is her second year as a Speaking Tutor. Since her involvement in her high school speech team, Rasmee has struggled with anxiety while speaking and would like to help others develop strategies that help them overcome their public speaking anxiety. During the weekends, Rasmee debates with the Harvard College Debating Union. Whether it is for a class presentation, interview, parliamentary debate, or anything else, Rasmee is more than happy to support your growth as a public speaker! Make an appointment with Rasmee. Make an appointment with Rasmee.
Jeremy Ng ’25 is a junior in Adams house pursuing a double concentration in Economics and Computer Science. Through Expos 40, Jeremy developed his passion for public speaking and vivid storytelling. At Harvard, he is a Managing Director at Harvard Undergraduate Consulting on Business and the Environment, a Partner at the Charles River Growth Fund, and a research assistant at Harvard Business School. In his free time, he enjoys playing the violin, visiting art museums, learning new languages, and traveling. He is looking forward to working with students to craft outlines, practice speeches, prepare for interviews, and more! Make an appointment with Jeremy here.
Anuksha Wickramasinghe '24 is a junior in Mather House studying Neuroscience (Mind/ Brain/ Behavior Track). She became interested in public speaking in high school, as a means of connecting and sharing stories with others. On campus, she is Co-President of the Harvard College in Asia Program and is a reported opinion columnist and editorial board member for The Harvard Crimson. She loves to help individuals hone and showcase their strengths in their public speaking. She’s excited to help you prepare for any type of event, from an interview to a speech, and is here for you, even if you’re beginning to brainstorm ideas. Make an appointment with Anushka.