Magazine - Buckley School of Public Speaking

Magazine Archive - April 2026

April 16, 2026

Three Easy Ways to Shorten Sentences

Presenters understand that short sentences are easier to follow. Still, they may struggle to make that change. Here are some easy, practical ways to speak in shorter sentences.

Frequently Asked: How can I use notes when I don’t have a lectern?

Presentation Tips , PowerPoint

A complex message. No lectern provided. What's a speaker who needs some notes to do? We have some ideas for you!

Poem to Read Aloud: Call of the Night

Poems to Read Aloud , Resources , The Buckley Experience

Reading poems out loud is one way to enhance your public speaking. This month, a poem from a 20th century American writer who challenged societal norms but still works in a reference to man's best friend.