Books by Robert V. Smith

Many students find the prospect of entering graduate school a significant and daunting experience. Dr. Robert V. Smith, Vice Provost for Research and Dean of the Graduate School at Washington State University, will help ease the way. The second edition of his highly acclaimed guide is designed to help graduate students in the sciences cope with the greatest challenge of graduate school-conducting research.

The Elements of Great Speechmaking provides professionals with the tools necessary to communicate effectively and successfully in the 21st century. This is the only book available that teaches the reader how to innovatively infuse speeches and presentations with the crucial components of drama and intrigue.