Stump Speech

Christine Collins “Stump Speech” Topic – The topic is a stump speech. Specific Purpose – The purpose of me giving this speech is to inform the audience about a position I would like to run for. Thesis Statement – By giving this speech, I hope to enlighten you, the audience, on why I should be elected as President of the Social Programming Board here at Nichols College. Introduction  Greet audience, state name  Give basic background information (where I’m from, age, etc.)  What position I am running for (President of the Social Programming Board) o Why I am running for this position  Have a chance to show off my current skills and experience  Would like to further my involvement  Have the chance to “leave my mark” and make a difference at this school Body  List reasons why I would be a strong candidate… o I have external experience (community service group)  In for 5, almost 6 years in December  Had to plan events for 6-month terms and run meetings and different events o I have internal experience (SPB E-Board)  I am in charge of Education and Awareness events right now  On Tuesday, February 12, I ran my first event of the semester, which was making Valentine’s Day cards for the Sandalwood Center in Oxford (senior citizens) and was successful  Current skills that set me apart from other candidates o I have strong communication skills, learned from my community service group o I am punctual and organized when it comes to dates and deadlines, which is essential for running an efficient organization and/or executive board Conclusion 

In conclusion… o Vote for me to see change enacted on this campus  I have the necessary skills to keep people in the loop and involved o If elected for President of the Social Programming Board, I promise to bring fun, fresh ideas to Nichols College to enhance the social atmosphere and campus culture

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Thank the audience