Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.

When students practice their oral communication skills by making podcasts, their writing, speaking, and storytelling ...

Forget spiders, snakes or heights – for some, public speaking is the most frightening thing of all. Founded this fall, Speech Team @UCLA provides UCLA students with the opportunity to strengthen their ...

Your first job interview is exciting, nerve-wracking, and, let's be honest, a little terrifying. But before you panic about what to wear or how to shake hands, remember: everyone starts somewhere.