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Location:
The VVC Communication Center is located on the 2nd floor of the Performing Arts Center, Room 54-213. It serves all VVC students, staff, faculty, and the public and offers assistance in developing and delivering oral presentations
Services Offered:
- Oral Presentation Support: Assistance with research, outlining, delivery, and visual aids (including PowerPoint presentations).
- Foreign Language Tutoring: Support for students learning foreign languages.
- ESL Lab: Since spring 2018, the center has been home to the ESL lab, which provides additional resources for English language learners.
- One-on-One Training: Personalized training for preparing speeches for classes or public speaking events.
- Practice Recording: Opportunity to tape presentations for self-review and improvement.
- Communication Studies Resources: Access to interpersonal and intercultural communication materials, small group leadership, persuasion, and more.
- Printing: Free to all enrolled students
Hours of Operation:
- Fall/Spring: Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
- Summer/Winter: Monday - Thursday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM (Subject to change)
Center Features:
- Assignment Suggestions: Interesting and helpful ideas for presentations and speeches.
- Speech Recognition Software: Tools for improving English skills, dictation, and converting writing to audio.
- Presentation Aid Advice: Guidance and practice sessions for future presentations.
- Supportive Staff: Friendly personnel dedicated to ensuring your success.
- Resources Available: Journals, textbooks, exercises, and more. ● Recording Facilities: Ability to tape presentations for review and critique.
- Study Room: Space for students to watch films or other required materials for class.
- Headsets/Computer Stations: Equipped for foreign language students to complete online coursework.
- Daily Workshops: Sessions on various Communication Studies topics.
Special Activities:
- Speech Contest: An annual competition where students can showcase their public speaking skills, with opportunities for feedback and prizes.
- Movie Events: Regular screenings of films.
- Holiday Giveaway: Seasonal events where students can participate in giveaways and activities, fostering community and engagement.
Leslie Murillo (Leach)
Communication Facilitator: Leslie.leach@vvc.edu
760-245-4271, ext. 2322
Ray Navarro
Instructional Assistant: Ray.Navarro@vvc.edu
760-245-4271, ext. 2820/25
Instagram: VVCcommcenter