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 presentationRole-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