Center supports speakers in their
ongoing process of becoming more
confident and competent communicators.
TOPS is the online presence of the University of Tennessee’s Public Speaking Center. The Public Speaking Center has two locations; 260 Communication & Information Building and 220G Hodges Library in the North Commons.
Walk Ins are welcome! Zoom appointments are also available for scheduling by emailing tops@tennessee.edu
The Public Speaking Center serves as a source of supplemental instruction in research, composition, delivery, self-recording, and self-evaluation for visitors from all disciplines on the University of Tennessee campus.
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