GradSlam

GradSlam Kick Off | 12-1pm

Come to our kick off event to learn more about GradSlam, our workshops, meet past winners, and how to be in with a chance of winning cash prizes and the title of GradSlam Winner 2025!

Conference Center (A6), Room 007

Workshop 1: What is the three-minute talk genre | 2-4pm
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Learn the basics of how to prepare for a three-minute thesis talk.

Hosted by Linda Mubarak, Instructor, NYUAD Executive Education

Library, Room 329

Workshop 2: Narrative writing - How to craft a story | 2-4pm
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This workshop teaches participants the fundamentals of narrative and its power in effective communication. We discuss and apply several principles that enhance academic storytelling in this particular setting. Through interactive and hands-on exercises, participants will learn how to better construct their three-minute thesis presentations through strong narrative fundamentals.

Hosted by Dr. Alia Soliman, Author, University Lecturer, and Educational Coach

Library, Room 329

Workshop 3: Foundations of Communication | 2-4pm
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This workshop will look at the foundations of good delivery, highlighting five key areas that need to be considered every time you deliver a message.

Hosted by Linda Mubarak, Instructor, NYUAD Executive Education

Library, Room 329

Workshop 4: Adapting Your Presentation to Different Mediums | 2-4pm
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This workshop addresses how to adapt your speech to suit the venue, occasion, and audience. We will also discuss visual aids, how to use them to supplement your delivery, and what to do and what not to do in slide design. Through guiding principles and bespoke feedback, you will learn how to tailor your content, language, and visuals to effectively engage your audience.

Hosted by Dr. Alia Soliman, Author, University Lecturer, and Educational Coach

Library, Room 329

GradSlam 1:1 Sessions for semi-finalists | 11am-2.20pm 

A chance for our GradSlam Semi-Finalists to meet with our coaches for a 1:1 session to refine their three-minute presentation. Semi-Finalists will be able to book a 20-minute session.

Library, Room 329 and C2-321

GradSlam Final Workshop: Movement and Body Positivity | 2pm-4pm

This workshop is designed for public speakers and anyone looking to strengthen their communication skills. Participants will learn to feel more at ease when addressing audiences of any size. Through guided exercises, the session emphasizes physical awareness, body positivity, and expressive movement, helping speakers connect more authentically with their message. By the end, participants will be equipped to deliver with greater confidence, clarity, and presence.

Library, Room 329

GradSlam 1:1 Sessions for Finalists | 11am-3.30pm 

A chance for our GradSlam Finalists to meet with our coach for a 1:1 session to refine their three-minute presentation. Finalists will be able to book a 30-minute session.

Library, Room 329

GradSlam Kick Off | 12-1pm

Come to our kick off event to learn more about GradSlam, our workshops, meet past winners, and how to be in with a chance of winning cash prizes and the title of GradSlam Winner 2025!

Conference Center (A6), Room 007

Workshop 1: What is the three-minute talk genre | 2-4pm
Register

Learn the basics of how to prepare for a three-minute thesis talk.

Hosted by Linda Mubarak, Instructor, NYUAD Executive Education

Library, Room 329

Workshop 2: Narrative writing - How to craft a story | 2-4pm
Register

This workshop teaches participants the fundamentals of narrative and its power in effective communication. We discuss and apply several principles that enhance academic storytelling in this particular setting. Through interactive and hands-on exercises, participants will learn how to better construct their three-minute thesis presentations through strong narrative fundamentals.

Hosted by Dr. Alia Soliman, Author, University Lecturer, and Educational Coach

Library, Room 329

Workshop 3: Foundations of Communication | 2-4pm
Register

This workshop will look at the foundations of good delivery, highlighting five key areas that need to be considered every time you deliver a message.

Hosted by Linda Mubarak, Instructor, NYUAD Executive Education

Library, Room 329

Workshop 4: Adapting Your Presentation to Different Mediums | 2-4pm
Register

This workshop addresses how to adapt your speech to suit the venue, occasion, and audience. We will also discuss visual aids, how to use them to supplement your delivery, and what to do and what not to do in slide design. Through guiding principles and bespoke feedback, you will learn how to tailor your content, language, and visuals to effectively engage your audience.

Hosted by Dr. Alia Soliman, Author, University Lecturer, and Educational Coach

Library, Room 329

GradSlam 1:1 Sessions for semi-finalists | 11am-2.20pm 

A chance for our GradSlam Semi-Finalists to meet with our coaches for a 1:1 session to refine their three-minute presentation. Semi-Finalists will be able to book a 20-minute session.

Library, Room 329 and C2-321

GradSlam Final Workshop: Movement and Body Positivity | 2pm-4pm

This workshop is designed for public speakers and anyone looking to strengthen their communication skills. Participants will learn to feel more at ease when addressing audiences of any size. Through guided exercises, the session emphasizes physical awareness, body positivity, and expressive movement, helping speakers connect more authentically with their message. By the end, participants will be equipped to deliver with greater confidence, clarity, and presence.

Library, Room 329

GradSlam 1:1 Sessions for Finalists | 11am-3.30pm 

A chance for our GradSlam Finalists to meet with our coach for a 1:1 session to refine their three-minute presentation. Finalists will be able to book a 30-minute session.

Library, Room 329