Courses in Public Speaking, Social Media, and Career Mapping for Professionals, Artists, Activists, Podcasters, and Entrepreneurs
Learning just got a little more intuitive.
Because there's never been a more important time to get your sh$t together.
Instructor
Denise Stewart, Actor/Writer/Coach
"When I began at UVA, Denise quickly became my favorite professor with her free-spirited personality that was so non-traditional from many of the classes I had taken previously. Denise has a unique way of teaching through connecting the old with the new, bringing in stories about her life, and being able to relate to her students in a way that gives a deeper sense of meaning. I had no idea that I was going to learn valuable life lessons from a theatre history class, but I did. I ended up taking three more classes with her. At one point I thought I should write a book called "Life Lessons with Denise." All of the lessons I've learned through her are in my "mental toolbox" anytime I face a tough situation, like competing on court or having to speak publicly in front of hundreds of people. I don't want to be a spoiler for all of you, but I have to say, this woman will not disappoint!"
--Danielle Collins, Professional Tennis Player and Entrepreneur
The First 15 of Public Speaking: A Badass Checklist
with Denise Stewart
Course launches Oct 1
What Just Happened Here?
A Body, Mind, and Spirit Guide to Getting Honest and Active about Power and Status
with Denise Stewart
Course launches Oct. 15
The Art of Intermittent Fasting: 14 Days in the Life
Course launches Nov. 1
"I came to Denise for help with my public speaking skills. Essentially, I wanted an upcoming academic presentation to have a TedTalk quality. What I left with was a dynamic, engaging, professional performance that had a resounding impact. Denise not only guided me in crafting a conceptually sound narrative, she inspired me to honor my content and put my best self forward – strategies that ultimately captured the audience's attention. Her process was exciting and empowering and I highly recommend her coaching to anyone wanting to up their public speaking game."
- Jen Fleisher, Designer and Birth Doula
Denise Stewart
Writer, Actor, Director, Coach. Passionate about working with people from all fields on public speaking; specifically how they tell their story. I've performed solo work for 10 years. Recent projects include writing and directing short films for the UVA Healthsystem and NIGHTCLEANING, my new one-woman show. I speak to groups frequently on the subjects of storytelling, public speaking, and presence. I'm a past speaker for Tedx Charlottesville and a current Tedx speaker coach. I have an MFA in Playwriting from the University of Virginia and a Certificate in Nutrition from Cornell University. I've been teaching at UVA since 2013 and am currently a Lecturer in their Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy teaching graduate courses in public speaking. I live in Charlottesville, VA.
Jess Littman
Actor, Director, Writer and freelance film and theatre artist. You can usually catch me bouncing between NYC and Richmond. I was a First Team Production Assistant on GOOD LORD BIRD. I'm grateful and proud and very happy to be pursuing my art!