Elevator Speech

The purpose of the Elevator Speech contest is to sell your brand and your MANRRS Why. Imagine you are in an elevator with a professional, and they ask you to introduce yourself and MANRRS. You have 60 seconds to share who you are and how MANRRS has helped elevate your success. Additional aids, materials, or props are not permitted. This contest is open to any MANRRS collegiate member. 

Contest Rules and Structure

1. The contest has two divisions: 1) undergraduate students and 2) graduate students. For each chapter in good standing, no more than three students are permitted to participate in the contest regardless of division. Independent collegiate MANRRS members are also permitted to participate. There will be a maximum of 30 contestants permitted in the contest. The submission portal will be closed when capacity is reached. All contest submissions received after capacity is reached will be rejected.
2. All contestants will compete in a randomly assigned order assigned in advance by the contest superintendent before the cluster. The undergraduate student division will compete before the graduate student division. All contestants will receive their assigned time slot before the cluster. 
3. Contestants who miss their assigned time slot are disqualified from the contests.
4. At the start of their assigned timeslot, each contestant will have 60 seconds to deliver their contest speech. The speech should be an introduction of yourself and share your MANRRS Why.
5. Contestants will receive a 1-point deduction from the total score for every second they exceed the time limit.
6. If a contestant reaches 90 seconds, their speech may be cut off at the in-room contest facilitator’s discretion and they may be disqualified.
7. Scoring for the contest is based on the following categories: A) Physical Presentation (General Appearance, Posture, Enthusiasm), B) Voice (Projection, Control, Volume, Clarity), C) Language (Articulation, Grammar), D) Organization (Structure, Order), E) Style (Demeanor, Confidence), F) Content (Value, Effectiveness, Appropriateness to MANRRS Mission)
8. The top three (3) scoring contests for each division will be recognized and receive certificates.

Elevator Speech

The purpose of the Elevator Speech contest is to sell your brand and your MANRRS Why. Imagine you are in an elevator with a professional, and they ask you to introduce yourself and MANRRS. You have 60 seconds to share who you are and how MANRRS has helped elevate your success. Additional aids, materials, or props are not permitted. This contest is open to any MANRRS collegiate member. 

Contest Rules and Structure

1. The contest has two divisions: 1) undergraduate students and 2) graduate students. For each chapter in good standing, no more than three students are permitted to participate in the contest regardless of division. Independent collegiate MANRRS members are also permitted to participate. There will be a maximum of 30 contestants permitted in the contest. The submission portal will be closed when capacity is reached. All contest submissions received after capacity is reached will be rejected.
2. All contestants will compete in a randomly assigned order assigned in advance by the contest superintendent before the cluster. The undergraduate student division will compete before the graduate student division. All contestants will receive their assigned time slot before the cluster. 
3. Contestants who miss their assigned time slot are disqualified from the contests.
4. At the start of their assigned timeslot, each contestant will have 60 seconds to deliver their contest speech. The speech should be an introduction of yourself and share your MANRRS Why.
5. Contestants will receive a 1-point deduction from the total score for every second they exceed the time limit.
6. If a contestant reaches 90 seconds, their speech may be cut off at the in-room contest facilitator’s discretion and they may be disqualified.
7. Scoring for the contest is based on the following categories: A) Physical Presentation (General Appearance, Posture, Enthusiasm), B) Voice (Projection, Control, Volume, Clarity), C) Language (Articulation, Grammar), D) Organization (Structure, Order), E) Style (Demeanor, Confidence), F) Content (Value, Effectiveness, Appropriateness to MANRRS Mission)
8. The top three (3) scoring contests for each division will be recognized and receive certificates.

Elevator Speech

The purpose of the Elevator Speech contest is to sell your brand and your MANRRS Why. Imagine you are in an elevator with a professional, and they ask you to introduce yourself and MANRRS. You have 60 seconds to share who you are and how MANRRS has helped elevate your success. Additional aids, materials, or props are not permitted. This contest is open to any MANRRS collegiate member. 

Contest Rules and Structure

1. The contest has two divisions: 1) undergraduate students and 2) graduate students. For each chapter in good standing, no more than three students are permitted to participate in the contest regardless of division. Independent collegiate MANRRS members are also permitted to participate. There will be a maximum of 30 contestants permitted in the contest. The submission portal will be closed when capacity is reached. All contest submissions received after capacity is reached will be rejected.
2. All contestants will compete in a randomly assigned order assigned in advance by the contest superintendent before the cluster. The undergraduate student division will compete before the graduate student division. All contestants will receive their assigned time slot before the cluster. 
3. Contestants who miss their assigned time slot are disqualified from the contests.
4. At the start of their assigned timeslot, each contestant will have 60 seconds to deliver their contest speech. The speech should be an introduction of yourself and share your MANRRS Why.
5. Contestants will receive a 1-point deduction from the total score for every second they exceed the time limit.
6. If a contestant reaches 90 seconds, their speech may be cut off at the in-room contest facilitator’s discretion and they may be disqualified.
7. Scoring for the contest is based on the following categories: A) Physical Presentation (General Appearance, Posture, Enthusiasm), B) Voice (Projection, Control, Volume, Clarity), C) Language (Articulation, Grammar), D) Organization (Structure, Order), E) Style (Demeanor, Confidence), F) Content (Value, Effectiveness, Appropriateness to MANRRS Mission)
8. The top three (3) scoring contests for each division will be recognized and receive certificates.

Elevator Speech

The purpose of the Elevator Speech contest is to sell your brand and your MANRRS Why. Imagine you are in an elevator with a professional, and they ask you to introduce yourself and MANRRS. You have 60 seconds to share who you are and how MANRRS has helped elevate your success. Additional aids, materials, or props are not permitted. This contest is open to any MANRRS collegiate member. 

Contest Rules and Structure

1. The contest has two divisions: 1) undergraduate students and 2) graduate students. For each chapter in good standing, no more than three students are permitted to participate in the contest regardless of division. Independent collegiate MANRRS members are also permitted to participate. There will be a maximum of 30 contestants permitted in the contest. The submission portal will be closed when capacity is reached. All contest submissions received after capacity is reached will be rejected.
2. All contestants will compete in a randomly assigned order assigned in advance by the contest superintendent before the cluster. The undergraduate student division will compete before the graduate student division. All contestants will receive their assigned time slot before the cluster. 
3. Contestants who miss their assigned time slot are disqualified from the contests.
4. At the start of their assigned timeslot, each contestant will have 60 seconds to deliver their contest speech. The speech should be an introduction of yourself and share your MANRRS Why.
5. Contestants will receive a 1-point deduction from the total score for every second they exceed the time limit.
6. If a contestant reaches 90 seconds, their speech may be cut off at the in-room contest facilitator’s discretion and they may be disqualified.
7. Scoring for the contest is based on the following categories: A) Physical Presentation (General Appearance, Posture, Enthusiasm), B) Voice (Projection, Control, Volume, Clarity), C) Language (Articulation, Grammar), D) Organization (Structure, Order), E) Style (Demeanor, Confidence), F) Content (Value, Effectiveness, Appropriateness to MANRRS Mission)
8. The top three (3) scoring contests for each division will be recognized and receive certificates.

Interview

The Interview Contest allows members to practice essential job application skills. This contest is a development platform where participants can receive feedback and constructive critiques on their cover letter, resume writing, and interview skills.

Contest Rules and Structure

• Divisions: 1) Undergraduate Students and 2) Graduate Students
• Stages: 1) Preliminary Round: Contestants prepare and submit a resumé and cover letter for one position from a list of job descriptions provided. 2) Final Round: Five (5) finalists from each division, selected based on preliminary round scores, will compete in a mock interview at the regional cluster.
• Participation Rules: 1) Each chapter in good standing can have up to two (2) students participate in each division. 2) Independent collegiate MANRRS members are also eligible to participate. 3) A maximum of 30 contestants are allowed. Once capacity is reached, the submission portal will close, and any submissions received after this point will be rejected.

Important Notes

• This contest simulates the job application process, so it’s acceptable for contestants to have limited or no experience, at which contestants are encouraged to highlight transferable skills from classes or extracurricular activities. Ensure any projected skills and experiences included in the resume, cover letter, and interview portions are realistic and align with the job description. Remove any embellishments when applying for real jobs
• Contestants will have the option to choose from one of three job types for their entry into the contest. They should base their submitted resume and cover letter on the type of job they select. The following references may be helpful, but contestants should research up-to-date resources. 1) Resume for Corporate Roles, 2) Resume for Academic Roles, and 3) Federal Resume for Government Roles
• Candidates will submit a resume and cover letter for one of the  job descriptions of their choice: Access the Three Job Descriptions Here

Judging and Final Round Details

• Preliminary Round: 1) Judges will review cover letters and resume submissions on the Submittable platform before the onsite regional cluster. 2) Judges are expected to provide comments and constructive feedback. 3) Each division's top five (5) scoring submissions will advance to the final round. 4) Finalists will be notified by the Monday before the start of their cluster.
• Final Round: 1) Each finalist will spend 15 minutes in front of a panel of 3 to 5 judges for a mock behavioral-based interview. 2) On-site, judges will receive a mock interview protocol and a score sheet. 3) After each mock interview, judges and finalists will have 3 minutes to review the rubric and discuss strengths and opportunities for growth.
• The top three (3) scoring finalists per division will be recognized as winners and receive certificates.

Interview

The Interview Contest allows members to practice essential job application skills. This contest is a development platform where participants can receive feedback and constructive critiques on their cover letter, resume writing, and interview skills.

Contest Rules and Structure

• Divisions: 1) Undergraduate Students and 2) Graduate Students
• Stages: 1) Preliminary Round: Contestants prepare and submit a resumé and cover letter for one position from a list of job descriptions provided. 2) Final Round: Five (5) finalists from each division, selected based on preliminary round scores, will compete in a mock interview at the regional cluster.
• Participation Rules: 1) Each chapter in good standing can have up to two (2) students participate in each division. 2) Independent collegiate MANRRS members are also eligible to participate. 3) A maximum of 30 contestants are allowed. Once capacity is reached, the submission portal will close, and any submissions received after this point will be rejected.

Important Notes

• This contest simulates the job application process, so it’s acceptable for contestants to have limited or no experience, at which contestants are encouraged to highlight transferable skills from classes or extracurricular activities. Ensure any projected skills and experiences included in the resume, cover letter, and interview portions are realistic and align with the job description. Remove any embellishments when applying for real jobs
• Contestants will have the option to choose from one of three job types for their entry into the contest. They should base their submitted resume and cover letter on the type of job they select. The following references may be helpful, but contestants should research up-to-date resources. 1) Resume for Corporate Roles, 2) Resume for Academic Roles, and 3) Federal Resume for Government Roles
• Candidates will submit a resume and cover letter for one of the  job descriptions of their choice: Access the Three Job Descriptions Here

Judging and Final Round Details

• Preliminary Round: 1) Judges will review cover letters and resume submissions on the Submittable platform before the onsite regional cluster. 2) Judges are expected to provide comments and constructive feedback. 3) Each division's top five (5) scoring submissions will advance to the final round. 4) Finalists will be notified by the Monday before the start of their cluster.
• Final Round: 1) Each finalist will spend 15 minutes in front of a panel of 3 to 5 judges for a mock behavioral-based interview. 2) On-site, judges will receive a mock interview protocol and a score sheet. 3) After each mock interview, judges and finalists will have 3 minutes to review the rubric and discuss strengths and opportunities for growth.
• The top three (3) scoring finalists per division will be recognized as winners and receive certificates.

Interview

The Interview Contest allows members to practice essential job application skills. This contest is a development platform where participants can receive feedback and constructive critiques on their cover letter, resume writing, and interview skills.

Contest Rules and Structure

• Divisions: 1) Undergraduate Students and 2) Graduate Students
• Stages: 1) Preliminary Round: Contestants prepare and submit a resumé and cover letter for one position from a list of job descriptions provided. 2) Final Round: Five (5) finalists from each division, selected based on preliminary round scores, will compete in a mock interview at the regional cluster.
• Participation Rules: 1) Each chapter in good standing can have up to two (2) students participate in each division. 2) Independent collegiate MANRRS members are also eligible to participate. 3) A maximum of 30 contestants are allowed. Once capacity is reached, the submission portal will close, and any submissions received after this point will be rejected.

Important Notes

• This contest simulates the job application process, so it’s acceptable for contestants to have limited or no experience, at which contestants are encouraged to highlight transferable skills from classes or extracurricular activities. Ensure any projected skills and experiences included in the resume, cover letter, and interview portions are realistic and align with the job description. Remove any embellishments when applying for real jobs
• Contestants will have the option to choose from one of three job types for their entry into the contest. They should base their submitted resume and cover letter on the type of job they select. The following references may be helpful, but contestants should research up-to-date resources. 1) Resume for Corporate Roles, 2) Resume for Academic Roles, and 3) Federal Resume for Government Roles
• Candidates will submit a resume and cover letter for one of the  job descriptions of their choice: Access the Three Job Descriptions Here

Judging and Final Round Details

• Preliminary Round: 1) Judges will review cover letters and resume submissions on the Submittable platform before the onsite regional cluster. 2) Judges are expected to provide comments and constructive feedback. 3) Each division's top five (5) scoring submissions will advance to the final round. 4) Finalists will be notified by the Monday before the start of their cluster.
• Final Round: 1) Each finalist will spend 15 minutes in front of a panel of 3 to 5 judges for a mock behavioral-based interview. 2) On-site, judges will receive a mock interview protocol and a score sheet. 3) After each mock interview, judges and finalists will have 3 minutes to review the rubric and discuss strengths and opportunities for growth.
• The top three (3) scoring finalists per division will be recognized as winners and receive certificates.

Interview

The Interview Contest allows members to practice essential job application skills. This contest is a development platform where participants can receive feedback and constructive critiques on their cover letter, resume writing, and interview skills.

Contest Rules and Structure

• Divisions: 1) Undergraduate Students and 2) Graduate Students
• Stages: 1) Preliminary Round: Contestants prepare and submit a resumé and cover letter for one position from a list of job descriptions provided. 2) Final Round: Five (5) finalists from each division, selected based on preliminary round scores, will compete in a mock interview at the regional cluster.
• Participation Rules: 1) Each chapter in good standing can have up to two (2) students participate in each division. 2) Independent collegiate MANRRS members are also eligible to participate. 3) A maximum of 30 contestants are allowed. Once capacity is reached, the submission portal will close, and any submissions received after this point will be rejected.

Important Notes

• This contest simulates the job application process, so it’s acceptable for contestants to have limited or no experience, at which contestants are encouraged to highlight transferable skills from classes or extracurricular activities. Ensure any projected skills and experiences included in the resume, cover letter, and interview portions are realistic and align with the job description. Remove any embellishments when applying for real jobs
• Contestants will have the option to choose from one of three job types for their entry into the contest. They should base their submitted resume and cover letter on the type of job they select. The following references may be helpful, but contestants should research up-to-date resources. 1) Resume for Corporate Roles, 2) Resume for Academic Roles, and 3) Federal Resume for Government Roles
• Candidates will submit a resume and cover letter for one of the  job descriptions of their choice: Access the Three Job Descriptions Here

Judging and Final Round Details

• Preliminary Round: 1) Judges will review cover letters and resume submissions on the Submittable platform before the onsite regional cluster. 2) Judges are expected to provide comments and constructive feedback. 3) Each division's top five (5) scoring submissions will advance to the final round. 4) Finalists will be notified by the Monday before the start of their cluster.
• Final Round: 1) Each finalist will spend 15 minutes in front of a panel of 3 to 5 judges for a mock behavioral-based interview. 2) On-site, judges will receive a mock interview protocol and a score sheet. 3) After each mock interview, judges and finalists will have 3 minutes to review the rubric and discuss strengths and opportunities for growth.
• The top three (3) scoring finalists per division will be recognized as winners and receive certificates.

Impromptu Public Speaking Contest
The Impromptu Speaking Contest is designed to develop the ability of collegiate undergraduate MANRRS members to express themselves on a given subject without having prepared or rehearsed its content in advance. The contest provides an opportunity to grow public speaking skills and critical thinking as contestants formulate their speeches in a limited amount of time. The competition requires contestants to think quickly, present concisely and persuasively, and provide sufficient responses to questions posed by judges based on their speech.

Contest Rules and Structure

1. Up to 15 contestants per region can compete. Only two contestants from any individual chapter are allowed. Independent collegiate undergraduate members of the society are permitted to compete but must be enrolled within an institution that is located within the general geographical boundaries of a Region. 
2. The competition is based on a random selection of fifteen (15) topics related to current issues in agriculture, natural resources, and related sciences. The contest superintendent randomly assigns speech topics and competition times. 
3. Contestants are given five (5) minutes to prepare a two-to-four-minute speech using any electronically available resources. They are not given their speech topic until the “preparation period.” All contestants are required to prepare their speeches in an isolated space. They are not permitted to ask for assistance in any form. Contestants are responsible for ensuring their access to an electronic device capable of allowing them to prepare for the competition. Wifi will not be provided. Cell phones, tablets, laptops, and other electronic devices are permissible during the “preparation period” but not permitted during the “competition period.” Contestants can leave the preparation room to address physiological needs, but preparation time will not be extended. Contestants are permitted to write notes and/or draft their speech on note cards provided by the contest organizers. During the preparation time, each contestant will be given a 2-minute warning. If a contestant does not have access to an electronic device capable of searching the web due to socioeconomic issues, the contest superintendent should be contacted in advance to help identify a solution. 
4. After the "preparation period," contestants will Each contestant will participate in a ten (10) minute “competition period.” During the “competition period,” contestants will deliver their two-to-four-minute speech. At the one (1), two (2), and three (3) minute mark, the contestant will be given a warning card by the timekeeper. Any speech that exceeds four (4) minutes and forty-five (45) seconds will be immediately concluded by the timekeeper. One (1) point will be docked from contestants for every second over or under the speech time limit. After the speech, the judges will be given three (3) minutes to ask questions of the contestant related to the speech topic. The question period will end after three (3) minutes regardless of whether the contestant or judge has finished their response. The remaining time in the “competition period” is reserved for judges to complete the scoring of contestants. 
5. Scoring for the contests is based on the following areas: A) Knowledge of Subject - Knowledge of the Subject refers to the ability of the contestant to appear to fully comprehend their assigned speech topic regardless of actual background. B) Organization of Material - Organization of material refers to the structure of the speech from beginning to end; i.e. Is the speech in a logical order? c. Power of Expression - Power of expression refers to the ability of the contestant to impart of a sense of feeling in their speech; i.e. Does the contestant sound impassioned about the topic?  C) Voice - Voice refers to the speaking quality of the contestant's voice; i.e. Was the contestant monotone, quiet, loud, etc?  D) Stage Presence - Stage presence refers to the certain charisma and charm that a competitor possesses that draws in an audience and commands their full attention. Attire should also be considered part of stage presence. E) General Effect - General effect refers to whether the contestant’s speech imparts any emotional or intellectual response on the judges. F) Response to Questions - Response to questions refers to the contestant’s ability to create quick, critical, and appropriate responses to questions raised by judges. G) Time Deductions - Time deductions refers to any points lost by the contestant for going under or over the required speech length
6. The contestants with the two highest scores for each regional competition advance to the national competition, which is hosted during the annual training conference and career expo. 

Impromptu Public Speaking Contest
The Impromptu Speaking Contest is designed to develop the ability of collegiate undergraduate MANRRS members to express themselves on a given subject without having prepared or rehearsed its content in advance. The contest provides an opportunity to grow public speaking skills and critical thinking as contestants formulate their speeches in a limited amount of time. The competition requires contestants to think quickly, present concisely and persuasively, and provide sufficient responses to questions posed by judges based on their speech.

Contest Rules and Structure

1. Up to 15 contestants per region can compete. Only two contestants from any individual chapter are allowed. Independent collegiate undergraduate members of the society are permitted to compete but must be enrolled within an institution that is located within the general geographical boundaries of a Region. 
2. The competition is based on a random selection of fifteen (15) topics related to current issues in agriculture, natural resources, and related sciences. The contest superintendent randomly assigns speech topics and competition times. 
3. Contestants are given five (5) minutes to prepare a two-to-four-minute speech using any electronically available resources. They are not given their speech topic until the “preparation period.” All contestants are required to prepare their speeches in an isolated space. They are not permitted to ask for assistance in any form. Contestants are responsible for ensuring their access to an electronic device capable of allowing them to prepare for the competition. Wifi will not be provided. Cell phones, tablets, laptops, and other electronic devices are permissible during the “preparation period” but not permitted during the “competition period.” Contestants can leave the preparation room to address physiological needs, but preparation time will not be extended. Contestants are permitted to write notes and/or draft their speech on note cards provided by the contest organizers. During the preparation time, each contestant will be given a 2-minute warning. If a contestant does not have access to an electronic device capable of searching the web due to socioeconomic issues, the contest superintendent should be contacted in advance to help identify a solution. 
4. After the "preparation period," contestants will Each contestant will participate in a ten (10) minute “competition period.” During the “competition period,” contestants will deliver their two-to-four-minute speech. At the one (1), two (2), and three (3) minute mark, the contestant will be given a warning card by the timekeeper. Any speech that exceeds four (4) minutes and forty-five (45) seconds will be immediately concluded by the timekeeper. One (1) point will be docked from contestants for every second over or under the speech time limit. After the speech, the judges will be given three (3) minutes to ask questions of the contestant related to the speech topic. The question period will end after three (3) minutes regardless of whether the contestant or judge has finished their response. The remaining time in the “competition period” is reserved for judges to complete the scoring of contestants. 
5. Scoring for the contests is based on the following areas: A) Knowledge of Subject - Knowledge of the Subject refers to the ability of the contestant to appear to fully comprehend their assigned speech topic regardless of actual background. B) Organization of Material - Organization of material refers to the structure of the speech from beginning to end; i.e. Is the speech in a logical order? c. Power of Expression - Power of expression refers to the ability of the contestant to impart of a sense of feeling in their speech; i.e. Does the contestant sound impassioned about the topic?  C) Voice - Voice refers to the speaking quality of the contestant's voice; i.e. Was the contestant monotone, quiet, loud, etc?  D) Stage Presence - Stage presence refers to the certain charisma and charm that a competitor possesses that draws in an audience and commands their full attention. Attire should also be considered part of stage presence. E) General Effect - General effect refers to whether the contestant’s speech imparts any emotional or intellectual response on the judges. F) Response to Questions - Response to questions refers to the contestant’s ability to create quick, critical, and appropriate responses to questions raised by judges. G) Time Deductions - Time deductions refers to any points lost by the contestant for going under or over the required speech length
6. The contestants with the two highest scores for each regional competition advance to the national competition, which is hosted during the annual training conference and career expo. 

Impromptu Public Speaking Contest
The Impromptu Speaking Contest is designed to develop the ability of collegiate undergraduate MANRRS members to express themselves on a given subject without having prepared or rehearsed its content in advance. The contest provides an opportunity to grow public speaking skills and critical thinking as contestants formulate their speeches in a limited amount of time. The competition requires contestants to think quickly, present concisely and persuasively, and provide sufficient responses to questions posed by judges based on their speech.

Contest Rules and Structure

1. Up to 15 contestants per region can compete. Only two contestants from any individual chapter are allowed. Independent collegiate undergraduate members of the society are permitted to compete but must be enrolled within an institution that is located within the general geographical boundaries of a Region. 
2. The competition is based on a random selection of fifteen (15) topics related to current issues in agriculture, natural resources, and related sciences. The contest superintendent randomly assigns speech topics and competition times. 
3. Contestants are given five (5) minutes to prepare a two-to-four-minute speech using any electronically available resources. They are not given their speech topic until the “preparation period.” All contestants are required to prepare their speeches in an isolated space. They are not permitted to ask for assistance in any form. Contestants are responsible for ensuring their access to an electronic device capable of allowing them to prepare for the competition. Wifi will not be provided. Cell phones, tablets, laptops, and other electronic devices are permissible during the “preparation period” but not permitted during the “competition period.” Contestants can leave the preparation room to address physiological needs, but preparation time will not be extended. Contestants are permitted to write notes and/or draft their speech on note cards provided by the contest organizers. During the preparation time, each contestant will be given a 2-minute warning. If a contestant does not have access to an electronic device capable of searching the web due to socioeconomic issues, the contest superintendent should be contacted in advance to help identify a solution. 
4. After the "preparation period," contestants will Each contestant will participate in a ten (10) minute “competition period.” During the “competition period,” contestants will deliver their two-to-four-minute speech. At the one (1), two (2), and three (3) minute mark, the contestant will be given a warning card by the timekeeper. Any speech that exceeds four (4) minutes and forty-five (45) seconds will be immediately concluded by the timekeeper. One (1) point will be docked from contestants for every second over or under the speech time limit. After the speech, the judges will be given three (3) minutes to ask questions of the contestant related to the speech topic. The question period will end after three (3) minutes regardless of whether the contestant or judge has finished their response. The remaining time in the “competition period” is reserved for judges to complete the scoring of contestants. 
5. Scoring for the contests is based on the following areas: A) Knowledge of Subject - Knowledge of the Subject refers to the ability of the contestant to appear to fully comprehend their assigned speech topic regardless of actual background. B) Organization of Material - Organization of material refers to the structure of the speech from beginning to end; i.e. Is the speech in a logical order? c. Power of Expression - Power of expression refers to the ability of the contestant to impart of a sense of feeling in their speech; i.e. Does the contestant sound impassioned about the topic?  C) Voice - Voice refers to the speaking quality of the contestant's voice; i.e. Was the contestant monotone, quiet, loud, etc?  D) Stage Presence - Stage presence refers to the certain charisma and charm that a competitor possesses that draws in an audience and commands their full attention. Attire should also be considered part of stage presence. E) General Effect - General effect refers to whether the contestant’s speech imparts any emotional or intellectual response on the judges. F) Response to Questions - Response to questions refers to the contestant’s ability to create quick, critical, and appropriate responses to questions raised by judges. G) Time Deductions - Time deductions refers to any points lost by the contestant for going under or over the required speech length
6. The contestants with the two highest scores for each regional competition advance to the national competition, which is hosted during the annual training conference and career expo. 

Impromptu Public Speaking Contest
The Impromptu Speaking Contest is designed to develop the ability of collegiate undergraduate MANRRS members to express themselves on a given subject without having prepared or rehearsed its content in advance. The contest provides an opportunity to grow public speaking skills and critical thinking as contestants formulate their speeches in a limited amount of time. The competition requires contestants to think quickly, present concisely and persuasively, and provide sufficient responses to questions posed by judges based on their speech.

Contest Rules and Structure

1. Up to 15 contestants per region can compete. Only two contestants from any individual chapter are allowed. Independent collegiate undergraduate members of the society are permitted to compete but must be enrolled within an institution that is located within the general geographical boundaries of a Region. 
2. The competition is based on a random selection of fifteen (15) topics related to current issues in agriculture, natural resources, and related sciences. The contest superintendent randomly assigns speech topics and competition times. 
3. Contestants are given five (5) minutes to prepare a two-to-four-minute speech using any electronically available resources. They are not given their speech topic until the “preparation period.” All contestants are required to prepare their speeches in an isolated space. They are not permitted to ask for assistance in any form. Contestants are responsible for ensuring their access to an electronic device capable of allowing them to prepare for the competition. Wifi will not be provided. Cell phones, tablets, laptops, and other electronic devices are permissible during the “preparation period” but not permitted during the “competition period.” Contestants can leave the preparation room to address physiological needs, but preparation time will not be extended. Contestants are permitted to write notes and/or draft their speech on note cards provided by the contest organizers. During the preparation time, each contestant will be given a 2-minute warning. If a contestant does not have access to an electronic device capable of searching the web due to socioeconomic issues, the contest superintendent should be contacted in advance to help identify a solution. 
4. After the "preparation period," contestants will Each contestant will participate in a ten (10) minute “competition period.” During the “competition period,” contestants will deliver their two-to-four-minute speech. At the one (1), two (2), and three (3) minute mark, the contestant will be given a warning card by the timekeeper. Any speech that exceeds four (4) minutes and forty-five (45) seconds will be immediately concluded by the timekeeper. One (1) point will be docked from contestants for every second over or under the speech time limit. After the speech, the judges will be given three (3) minutes to ask questions of the contestant related to the speech topic. The question period will end after three (3) minutes regardless of whether the contestant or judge has finished their response. The remaining time in the “competition period” is reserved for judges to complete the scoring of contestants. 
5. Scoring for the contests is based on the following areas: A) Knowledge of Subject - Knowledge of the Subject refers to the ability of the contestant to appear to fully comprehend their assigned speech topic regardless of actual background. B) Organization of Material - Organization of material refers to the structure of the speech from beginning to end; i.e. Is the speech in a logical order? c. Power of Expression - Power of expression refers to the ability of the contestant to impart of a sense of feeling in their speech; i.e. Does the contestant sound impassioned about the topic?  C) Voice - Voice refers to the speaking quality of the contestant's voice; i.e. Was the contestant monotone, quiet, loud, etc?  D) Stage Presence - Stage presence refers to the certain charisma and charm that a competitor possesses that draws in an audience and commands their full attention. Attire should also be considered part of stage presence. E) General Effect - General effect refers to whether the contestant’s speech imparts any emotional or intellectual response on the judges. F) Response to Questions - Response to questions refers to the contestant’s ability to create quick, critical, and appropriate responses to questions raised by judges. G) Time Deductions - Time deductions refers to any points lost by the contestant for going under or over the required speech length
6. The contestants with the two highest scores for each regional competition advance to the national competition, which is hosted during the annual training conference and career expo.