M.M. Neely Persuasive Speaking Contest

The Frank and Jane Gabor West Virginia Folklife Center recently hosted the M.M. Neely Persuasive Speaking Contest where Fairmont State University students presented persuasive speeches based on extensive research, and were judged on the quality of their arguments and delivery of presentation.

The Fairmont State University School of Fine Arts has announced the winners of the 76^th annual M.M. Neely Persuasive Speaking Contest.

Fairmont State University has announced the winners of the annual M.M. Neely Persuasive Speaking Contest. The first place winner was Kady Fenske, who is a Communication major from Moundsville. Her topic was “Closing Puppy Mills.”Second place went to Jerry Reames, a Pre-Med major from Clarksburg. His topic was “Porn Addiction.”The third place winner was Marianne Jenkins, a Graphics Technology major from Grafton. Her topic was “Home Schooling.”

Fairmont State University has announced the winners of the annual M.M. Neely Persuasive Speaking Contest.