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                         August 30, 2002

The West Point Speakers Bureau needs you

Commentary by Karen Stanley
Public Affairs Specialist

The West Point Speakers Bureau is looking for a few good men and women.

If you consider yourself a subject-matter expert, have a great hobby, avocation or talent, or just like to talk a meet new people, the Speakers Bureau wants your name.

The bureau, which is run by the USMA Public Affairs Office, depends on the continued support of the military and civilian staff and faculty stationed at West Point to speak at a variety of events in the local area. Volunteers gain public speaking experience as well as assist in developing public understanding of USMA and a wider appreciation of the academy’s contributions to the Army and nation.

The Speakers Bureau supports organizations like the Girl and Boy Scouts, parents’ clubs, Lions’ Club, chambers of commerce and senior citizen’s groups, Rotary clubs and many other organizations. Speakers are asked to address audiences on a variety of subjects to include athletics, academics, leadership, history, history of West Point, as well as general patriotic themes. In addition, the Speakers Bureau supports veterans groups for both national holidays and memorial services. Prepared speeches are available for many events.

To participate in this valuable service, simply fill out a speaker profile form and your name will be put on a roster. When a request for a speaker comes in, the bureau attempts to match the group with a speaker. If no exact match can be made, or if the most logical choice is unavailable, a query will be sent to all members of group. Once confirmation is made, the requester will contact you directly to work out the details.

To sign up, or for more information, call 938-3614.