Haigazian University is proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of its students at the National Public Speaking Competition, organized by the English-Speaking Union (Lebanon Chapter), where leading universities from across the country competed.
Vahe Melkonian, a senior in English Literature, won First Prize and will travel to London to represent Lebanon at the prestigious International Public Speaking Competition, fully sponsored by the English-Speaking Union.
Yara Arnaout, a sophomore in English Literature, earned Third Prize, adding another remarkable accomplishment to Haigazian’s growing legacy of excellence in public speaking.
This achievement is particularly significant as it marks the second consecutive year that students from Haigazian’s Public Speaking course, meticulously taught and coached by the English Department Chair, Dr. Suha Safiyiddeen, have claimed top national honors. Last year, Farah Jadayel, a Psychology major, won First Prize and proudly represented Lebanon in London.
These successes reflect not only the talent, dedication, and eloquence of our students, but also the continued strength of Haigazian University’s commitment to cultivating confident, thoughtful, and globally engaged communicators.