LSTS 2026

Art of Communicating

Negotiation

Communication strategy for moments where students need to ask, clarify, disagree, or advocate respectfully.

Discussion practice

Practice Professor and Peer Discussions

Practice how to ask questions, disagree politely, request help, handle roommate friction, and speak with professors during office hours.

Financial aid communication

Financial Aid Appeals

Use this section with the Financial Aid and Scholarships day. Students will learn when an appeal is appropriate, what evidence families need, and how to write a clear, respectful request.

Open Financial Aid Appeals presentation

Role-play

Negotiation

Students practice tone, timing, and framing: state the issue, name the request, offer context, and leave the other person room to respond.

Open Negotiation presentation