Sara Forsdyke, an associate professor of classical studies and history, teaches a class called “Great Speeches Ancient and Modern” in which she reviews the principles of public speaking that have been handed down by the ancient Greeks and Romans, and applies these principles to modern as well as ancient speeches. She can be reached at (734) 936-6098 or forsdyke@umich.edu

Aaron Kall, director of the University of Michigan Debate, can discuss issues involving presidential debates and State of the Union Address. He can be reached at (734) 239-3996 or akall@umich.edu

Michael Traugott, professor of communication studies and senior research scientist, ISR Center for Political Studies, is an authority on political communication, public opinion, media polling and campaign surveys. He can be reached at (734) 647-0421 or mailto:mtrau@umich.edu